Position Summary:
Administers resident care under the
supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or a physician to maintain the highest
level of resident care.
Essential Functions:
- Because Brookhaven exists
to care for our residents, regular attendance and punctuality are essential
to provide quality care.
- Must be in good physical
condition as the position requires the ability to stand on one’s feet
throughout the day, as well as, push, pull, move and/or lift frequently a
minimum of 10 pounds and up to greater than 50 pounds occasionally.
- Commitment to Brookhaven
Family of Companies Vision, Values, and Purpose
- Must be able to complete
performance requirements independently while using good judgment as well
as have the ability to harmoniously work with others.
- Must be able to read,
write and understand the English language.
Position Responsibilities:
- Must function within scope
of practice according to the State Board of Nursing
- Administers medication and
treatments as prescribed by physician.
- Must follow Brookhaven’s
Policy and Procedures
- Must meet job related
competencies as outlined in the Skills Competency Manual for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Supervises, evaluates, and
may suspend personnel according to Brookhaven policy.
- Accurately complete documentation
of care given.
- Refers to and follows
resident care plan.
- Observes, evaluates, and reports
any abnormal findings, such as injuries, incidents, skin issues,
complaints, suspected abuse/neglect/misappropriation, and any unsafe
conditions as well as any significant changes in condition.
- Attending required
in-service education.
- Follows appropriate
Infection Control and Safety Practices
- Communicates effectively
with residents, staff, and visitors.
- Assumes responsibility for
his/her own professional competence.
- All other duties as
assigned.
Knowledge, Skills,
and Abilities:
Graduation from an accredited school of
nursing. Current license as a Licensed
Practical Nurse with the State Board of Nursing. CPR certification required.
Supervisory
Responsibilities:
Indirectly reporting to this position
are Licensed PracticalNurses,
Nursing Assistants, Restorative Aides, Nurse Aide Trainees, and Resident
Associates. (In absence of a Registered Nurse).
Personal Appearance:
You must maintain a professional
appearance by keeping neat, clean, and well-groomed always. Hair should be neat, pulled back and away
from face. Nails should be neat, clean, and
trimmed. Must wear identification name
badge.
Physical Demands and
Work Environment:
The physical
demands and work environment described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully fulfil the essential functions of the job.
