Weekend-LPN positions: PRN

SHPNH is currently seeking caring and compassionate

LPNs:

night and day shifts available with rotating weekends to care for our residents.

Job Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing Current Louisiana License from the

State Board of Nursing Job Duties:

Makes rounds on residents To attend in-services education for self-development and improved resident care To administer and recorded medication, treatments and procedures according to nursing home policy. To participate in family and patient teaching and initiate plan of action for meeting their needs. To assist physicians when needed Observing patients for signs and symptoms of changing conditions in mental and physical status and report of doctor. Channeling pertinent information to appropriate persons. Records findings, care administered, and therapy rendered in clinical record Accounts for narcotics Prepares reports concerning incidents including patients, visitors, and personnel Performs technical procedures: CPR, inserting catheters, etc. Knowing resources of equipment and supplies within the hospital and proper care of their operational uses. Assist with orientation of nursing personnel Maintains a safe and clean environment Observes safety standards and regulations Maintains affective communication between nursing personnel, medical staff and other departments and related health services. Report all allegations of abuse as soon as possible to the DON or her designee Notify family members on change of residents' condition, appointments, etc. The primary purpose of your job position is to provide care with an emphasis on the treatment and therapy of residents under the supervision of the attending physician. Order supplies as needed for proper care of the needs of the residents. Assist in the modifying of the treatment regimen and care plan to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident. Performs a wide variety of patient care activities and accommodative services of assigned residents, as directed by the Director of Nurses. Performs assigned nursing procedures for the comfort and well-being of patients such as: assisting in admission of new patients, bathing and feeding patients, making beds, helping patients into and out of bed. Collect specimens, such as sputum and urine in containers, labels containers, and sends to laboratory for analysis. Dresses wounds, administers prescribed procedures, such as enemas, douches, alcohol rubs, and massages. Applies compresses and ice bags. Observes patients for reaction to drugs, treatments, cyanosis, weak pulse, excessive respiratory rate and other unusual condition, and reports adverse reaction to the Doctor and Director of Nurses. Administers specified medication and note time and amount on resident's chart. Sterilizes equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer. Answers residents call signal and assist co-workers or physician in advanced medical treatment. Assists in the care of deceased persons. Competitive shift and weekend differentials in addition to base hourly rate.

Job Types:

PRN Pay:

Consult with hiring manager

Benefits:

Employee discount Life insurance

Work Location:

In person