What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN position at Alpine Health and Rehabilitation of Asheboro LLC?
Job Description-LPN/LVN
SUMMARY
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) [referred to as LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse- Licensed Vocational Nurse- in some some states] provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LPN/LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
- Administers medications and treatments.
- Participates in the care planning process.
- Supervises LPNs and certified nursing assistants.
- Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident’s conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
- Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
- Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with policy and state and/or federal regulations.
- Ensures quality care if given to patients.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
- Valid State licensure as an LPN/LVN
- Current CPR certification
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
n/a
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Participates in(or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his/her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.
Employee’s Signature & Date: _______________________________________________
Supervisor’s Signature & Date:_______________________________________________
Job Description-LPN/LVN
SUMMARY
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) [referred to as LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse- Licensed Vocational Nurse- in some some states] provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LPN/LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
- Administers medications and treatments.
- Participates in the care planning process.
- Supervises LPNs and certified nursing assistants.
- Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident’s conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
- Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
- Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with policy and state and/or federal regulations.
- Ensures quality care if given to patients.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
- Valid State licensure as an LPN/LVN
- Current CPR certification
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
n/a
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Participates in(or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his/her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.
Employee’s Signature & Date: _______________________________________________
Supervisor’s Signature & Date:_______________________________________________
