What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN-Full-time/On-call/Part-time position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Responsible for providing nursing care to clients on
assigned area. Supervises/directs subordinate nursing personnel - e.g.
nursing assistants per RN directive. Responsible for assisting the RN in
a variety of client care activities. Completes delegated work-related
tasks as assigned by the RN. Additional pay incentives for working PM
shift and NOC shift, as well as when working weekends Additional special
assignment pay for .2, .4, and on-call positions All part-time and
Full-time Nursing Positions Work Every Other Weekend Essential Duties
Administers and documents medications and treatments on the electronic
MAR as prescribed by physicians and according to established nursing
policy/procedure. Makes rounds with physician and completes order entry
in Avatar under supervision of the Registered Nurse. Maintains current
information on new medications, dosages and side effects. Provides
medication teaching with client/family as indicated in client care plan
and as directed by the Registered Nurse. Provides nursing care to meet
the physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of the client.
Participates in the development of client care plans. Implements
provisions of client care plan. Observes and documents change in client
behavior/condition and inform RN accordingly. Participates in emergency
or crisis situations as directed by the Registered Nurse. Assists with
admissions, discharges and transfer of clients. Maintains records,
reports and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
Maintains a clean, comfortable and safe environment for clients. Assists
in creating a therapeutic atmosphere on the client unit. Maintains
effective working relationships with other employees. Attends and
participates in staff meetings, mandatory in-services and other
educational programs. Perform related functions as assigned. PHYSICAL
DEMANDS Lifting 75 pounds maximum with the assistance of another person,
with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40
pounds. Extended periods of standing, walking and sitting; occasional
driving. Using hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine
manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls. Frequent
bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching and grappling;
occasional swimming. Communicating orally in a clear manner.
Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing
people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light
conditions. Must be free from communicable disease. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and understanding of the
terminology, techniques and practices of Practical Nursing. Knowledge of
basic needs of the geriatric elderly, developmentally disabled, mentally
ill, AODA client and child/adolescent clients. Knowledge of basic
pharmacology and specifically psychopharmacology (expected actions, side
effects, contraindications, and route of administration, specifically
types of injectables). Knowledge of principles of documentation.
Knowledge of basic principles of behavior modification and appropriate
application of behavior modification techniques. Ability to complete
basic Medicare evaluations following completion of proper training and
return demonstration of competency. Ability to recognize and address the
physical, psycho-social, mental and emotional needs of the client.
Ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients
and their family members. Ability to carry out a nursing care plan as
directed by the Registered Nurse. Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to enter physician orders into the electronic record system
under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Ability to use all
standard medical equipment. Ability to perform in emergency situations
as directed by the Registered Nurse. Ability to recognize and maintain
confidentiality of all matters related to client care. Ability to
und rstand and carry out policies and procedures governing client care.
Ability to participate in unit activities and to serve as a role model
for clients. Ability to function within the organizational structure
utilizing the \"chain of command.\" Ability to follow oral and written
instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal
working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively both orally
and in writing. Ability to work the required hours of the position.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
assigned area. Supervises/directs subordinate nursing personnel - e.g.
nursing assistants per RN directive. Responsible for assisting the RN in
a variety of client care activities. Completes delegated work-related
tasks as assigned by the RN. Additional pay incentives for working PM
shift and NOC shift, as well as when working weekends Additional special
assignment pay for .2, .4, and on-call positions All part-time and
Full-time Nursing Positions Work Every Other Weekend Essential Duties
Administers and documents medications and treatments on the electronic
MAR as prescribed by physicians and according to established nursing
policy/procedure. Makes rounds with physician and completes order entry
in Avatar under supervision of the Registered Nurse. Maintains current
information on new medications, dosages and side effects. Provides
medication teaching with client/family as indicated in client care plan
and as directed by the Registered Nurse. Provides nursing care to meet
the physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of the client.
Participates in the development of client care plans. Implements
provisions of client care plan. Observes and documents change in client
behavior/condition and inform RN accordingly. Participates in emergency
or crisis situations as directed by the Registered Nurse. Assists with
admissions, discharges and transfer of clients. Maintains records,
reports and documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
Maintains a clean, comfortable and safe environment for clients. Assists
in creating a therapeutic atmosphere on the client unit. Maintains
effective working relationships with other employees. Attends and
participates in staff meetings, mandatory in-services and other
educational programs. Perform related functions as assigned. PHYSICAL
DEMANDS Lifting 75 pounds maximum with the assistance of another person,
with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40
pounds. Extended periods of standing, walking and sitting; occasional
driving. Using hand(s) for repetitive single grasping, fine
manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls. Frequent
bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching and grappling;
occasional swimming. Communicating orally in a clear manner.
Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing
people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light
conditions. Must be free from communicable disease. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and understanding of the
terminology, techniques and practices of Practical Nursing. Knowledge of
basic needs of the geriatric elderly, developmentally disabled, mentally
ill, AODA client and child/adolescent clients. Knowledge of basic
pharmacology and specifically psychopharmacology (expected actions, side
effects, contraindications, and route of administration, specifically
types of injectables). Knowledge of principles of documentation.
Knowledge of basic principles of behavior modification and appropriate
application of behavior modification techniques. Ability to complete
basic Medicare evaluations following completion of proper training and
return demonstration of competency. Ability to recognize and address the
physical, psycho-social, mental and emotional needs of the client.
Ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients
and their family members. Ability to carry out a nursing care plan as
directed by the Registered Nurse. Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to enter physician orders into the electronic record system
under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Ability to use all
standard medical equipment. Ability to perform in emergency situations
as directed by the Registered Nurse. Ability to recognize and maintain
confidentiality of all matters related to client care. Ability to
und rstand and carry out policies and procedures governing client care.
Ability to participate in unit activities and to serve as a role model
for clients. Ability to function within the organizational structure
utilizing the \"chain of command.\" Ability to follow oral and written
instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal
working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively both orally
and in writing. Ability to work the required hours of the position.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty