LPN- 7a/7p - Somerset Senior Living - Crossett, AR
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Assess resident needs, assist in the development of individual care plans, administer nursing care, evaluate nursing care and supervise Care Specialists (CNAs) in the delivery of nursing care. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: RESIDENT Duties: Adhere to state rules and regulations concerning delivery ASSESSMENT of care and assure that effective quality nursing care is delivered which is outcome focused through utilization of the nursing process. Effectively interview the resident/responsible party to obtain information required for developing and implementing a plan of care. Demonstrate ability to perform physical assessment through inspection, observation, palpation, percussion and auscultation. If applicable, is involved in and accurately completes the RAI process. Identify needs and provide input for discharge planning and follow-up throughout length of stay. DEVELOPS Duties: Assist with the development of individualized plans of PLAN OF CARE care in collaboration with the resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team by documenting problems, statements, goals and approaches and sharing these with other members of the care plan team. Seek Care Specialist input when developing plan of care. Assist with defining realistic and obtainable long and short term goals for the residents. Initiate appropriate nursing interventions with time frames for outcome evaluations and document appropriately in the medical record. Assist with the revision of plan of care with input from resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary acre team. Implement teaching with resident/responsible party consistent with interdisciplinary plan of care. IMPLEMENTS Duties: Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost PLAN OF CARE effectively with focus on resident centered outcomes. Identify rationale and anticipated outcomes for each nursing intervention. Assume responsibility for care interventions consistent with skill level and professional standards of care. Utilize time efficiently to ensure completion of duties and responsibilities in allotted timeframe. Utilize professional and sound judgment in delivery of care which is cost efficient but does not jeopardize safe, efficient care delivery. Follow policy and procedures to ensure a safe, caring, comfortable and clean environment. Utilize all appropriate, available resources for resident/family/responsible party counseling and discharge planning. Keep physician and/or other health care professionals (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, podiatrist, dentist, etc.) informed of resident’s condition. Notify physician and/or other health care professionals immediately of any significant changes of condition. Work in collaboration with physician and/or other health care professionals by sharing information relevant to changing plan of care. Question and seek clarification of unclear orders. EVALUATES Duties: Evaluate effectiveness of the plan of care in conjunction PLAN OF CARE with the interdisciplinary care team and make changes as needs are recognized. Take responsibility for evaluating nursing care delivered. Elicit feedback from individual being served and/or family or responsible party to determine that their needs are being met. DELIVERS Duties: Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort RESIDENT by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing CARE practices. Transcribe physician and/or other health care professionals’ orders appropriately and accurately. Ask for clarifications of questionable orders from the ordering physician and/or other health care professionals. Perform only those activities which are within the scope of acceptable LPN/LVN practice. Notify physician and/or other health care professionals if orders are not carried out and document event appropriately. Follow company policies and procedures and appropriately utilize nursing judgment. Ensure accurate documentation of all medical records and reporting forms. Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs. SPERVISION Duties: Supervise Care Specialists and other personnel. May supervise other LPNs. Coach, counsel and assign Care Specialists to provide quality resident care. Independently evaluate the job skills and work performance of the Care Specialists through the formal performance evaluation process. Appropriately discipline Care Specialists for violations of work rules, policies or for poor performance, including the recommendation of suspension and terminations. Recognize Care Specialists for exceptional care and job performance on a regular basis and as part of their formal performance evaluation. Assign Care Specialists specific duties for resident care and direct their work. Assign hours, breaks and meal periods to Care Specialists. Ensure proper staffing by calling in replacement associates for Care Specialists not reporting for work and by reassigning Care Specialists to ensure adequate staffing levels. Revise work schedules of Care Specialists as necessary. Train or assist in the orientation of new associates. Attempt to effectively resolve Care Specialist problems, complaints and grievances. Incorporate Care Specialist in a work team to meet resident needs. Attend and participate in supervisory meetings. Support and follow through with management team goals. Perform other management duties as assigned. PHARMACY Duties: Maintain an updated knowledge base in pharmacology. Demonstrate knowledge of policies governing medication and administration and documentation. Demonstrate knowledge of drug reactions and sensitivities and nursing interventions. Assure that narcotics are accounted for properly. Apply adult learning principles when educating individuals, family members or responsible parties regarding the resident’s medication regime. LAB VALUES Duties: Recognize normal and abnormal lab values and communicate same in appropriate manner to physician and other interdisciplinary team members. INFECTION Duties: Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control CONTROL practices. CUSTOMER Duties: Provide compassionate resident care services. Establish SERVICE and maintain positive interactions with internal and external customers, including co-workers and direct reports. Take responsibility for resolving Care Specialist and other customer’s issues and concerns, striving for a win-win outcome. Customers include residents, families, vendors and other associates. CONTINUING Duties: Assist in the orientation and training of other staff. EDUCATION Attend orientation, mandatory in service and education programs and staff meetings. Recognize self-evaluation and self-development as important tools in maintaining high standards of care and professionalism. Seek and provide peer support and consultation. Attend continuing education programs in sufficient numbers to satisfy state licensure requirements. SAFETY Duties: Comply with all facility policies related to safety and infection control procedures; including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts and personal protective back supports. Demonstrate safe practices in regard to resident’s comfort and safety by applying knowledge of proper body alignment for self and resident. Practice and promote adherence to institutional safety codes. Promote a restraint free environment. RESIDENT Duties: Demonstrate strong ethical practices regarding individual RIGHTS resident rights as stated in company policy. Support resident autonomy and choice. Demonstrate both sensitivity and appropriate responsiveness to each resident’s end of life wishes. Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding resident’s rights. Promote positive relationships with residents, visitors and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: COMPLIANCE Duties: Must adhere to the facility compliance,federal and state regualtions,which include documentation and reporting responsibilities. STAFF Duties: Attend and participate in educational activities, in service DEVELOPMENT training and staff meetings; assist in orientation and training other staff. QUALITY Duties: Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned. IMPROVEMENT OTHER DUTUES Duties: Other duties as assigned or needed. Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices): Walking/mobility, reaching, bending, grasping, pushing, lifting, transferring, repositioning residents, pulling, fine hand coordination, ability to hear and respond to pages; ability to read and write, ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to verbally communicate with residents and others, ability to understand and apply training and in service education; ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to instruct personnel during training education and staff meetings, and ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks. QUALIFICATIONS Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in practicing state. Recent clinical experience, education or specialty skills specific to geriatrics. Demonstrate understanding that stateand Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility. Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development. Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices. Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members. Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software. Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
Must meet all local health regulation and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement
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