Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care and supporting the nursing team in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The LPN will deliver compassionate care to residents, assist with daily living activities, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care. This role is essential in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and caring environment for residents, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Resident Care
• Provide direct, hands-on nursing care to residents, including administering medications, dressing changes, and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor and document residents' vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.), noting any changes in condition and reporting to the Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing (DON).
• Assist residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating, as needed.
• Observe and report any physical, mental, or emotional changes in residents' conditions to the nursing supervisor.
• Help implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the nursing and medical teams.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures for residents, ensuring accurate documentation.
• Medication Administration & Documentation
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with facility protocols.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of medication administration and any changes in the residents' conditions.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of medications, including controlled substances, following all regulatory guidelines.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Act as a liaison between the nursing team and other departments, ensuring that all aspects of care are being met.
• Report changes in residents' health conditions to the Charge Nurse and assist in providing follow-up care as needed.
• Compliance & Quality Care
• Follow all facility policies, state regulations, and federal guidelines to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
• Participate in care planning meetings and assist in the development of care plans to improve residents' outcomes.
• Participate in facility audits, quality improvement initiatives, and resident satisfaction surveys.
• Training & Professional Development
• Maintain current licensure and stay up to date with best practices in nursing care through continuing education and training opportunities.
• Assist in the training of nursing assistants (CNAs) and new nursing staff as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, in-service training, and staff development opportunities.
• Safety & Infection Control
• Adhere to infecti.

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