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Summary ofJob Description:The Licensed Practical Nursewill assist in the delivery of health care services under the direction and supervision of the Center Director
Summary of Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalent.A current license to practice nursing in the State of Maryland. Six months or more experience in a health care setting.Skill and proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, or other software applications to retrieve data, and create spreadsheets, and reports. Always maintain confidentiali
Responsibilities and Duties:
Follow the participant's plan of care and provide input to the multi-disciplinary team on the plan of care.
Report observations on the participant's level of functioning to the registered nurse.
Record observations on the participant's level of functioning in the medical record.
Conduct monthly health monitoring of each participant to include checking weight and vital signs.
Lead the daily physical exercise program with the participants by identifying exercise routines for seniors and those with limited mobility.
Notify the Registered Nurse of significant findings or changes in the patient’s physical or mental conditions.
Complete monthly attendance report for Medicaid reimbursement.
Assist participants as needed with health care and personal needs.
Accompany participants on field trips.
Assist Registered Nurse in maintain an inventory of facility medical supplies and various administrative tasks as assigned.
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Maintain the confidentiality of the patient’s clinical records.
Attend staff development programs as related to the Home Health Care and current practices in nursing.
Assist participants with Activities of Daily Living.
Assist with preparing and serving participant meals as well as providing whatever assistance participants need to consume their meals. Also assist with cleaning up the facility upon the completion of the meal.
Assist with maintaining a clean and sanitary environment.
Record observations on the participants level of functioning in the medical record; chart absences and occurrences.
Distribute medications to participants and administer insulin, nebulizer,and GT feedings, monitor blood sugar.
Interact with other agencies (Office on Aging, DSS, ARC, DHMH and Admin).
Assist participants in various group and individual activities as needed.
Keeps skills up to date and increases knowledge and productivity.
Other duties as assigned.
Licenses or Certificates:
A current license to practice nursing in the State of Maryland, CPR, and First Aid.
Special Requirements:
State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check, National Sex Offender Public Registry Check, Physical, Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at time of employment, and annually, or by physician requirement, thereafter, and Pre-Employment, Random, Post-Accident Drug and Alcohol testing.
Physical Demands:
Work requires extensive physical effort: bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, and lifting as patient needs require.
Full Time
$53k-65k (estimate)
03/11/2024
06/21/2024
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