A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
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Resident Care Licensed Practical Nurse•Personal Care Home•Full Time
Towanda, PA, United States
JOB DESCRIPTION
Up to a $15,00.00 Sign on Bonus!
Schedule:
Monday•Friday 10pm•6:30am
Position Summary:
A member of the Personal Care Home team who is responsible in assisting in the overall care of the residents including staffing. Resident care encompasses any needs of a resident that meets admission criteria regardless of race, religion, age, or cultural background. Majority of services provided for elderly. Must be 21 years of age.
Education, License & Cert:
LPN PA License Experience:
Two years' experience in geriatrics/long term care preferred, business experience helpful. LPN license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Graduate of accredited course for LPN. Current CPR certification. Ability to read, write, understand written and oral communication. Must have verbal ability for teaching residents, family members, other staff, and public.
Essential Functions:
1. Compliance with rules and regulations of all federal, state, and local governments is a requirement of employment. 2. Maintains PCH regulatory compliance. 3. Monitors and assesses residents' medical issues. a. Communicates with resident, responsible party, and physician to address issue. b. Maintains accurate documentation. 4. Monitors medication administration to assure regulatory compliance. 5. Completes resident assessments within assigned timeframe. 6. Supervises direct care staff. a. Orientation of new employees. b. Assists with competencies and performance appraisals. c. Provides education as needed. 7. Assists with admissions and discharge of residents. 8. Directs daily meetings "huddles" to assure all resident needs are discussed and addressed. 9. Keeps informed of fire, safety, and disaster programs. 10. Serves as designated representative in Administrators absence.
Other Duties:
1. Other duties as assigned.
ABOUT US
Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you'll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community. The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
