What are the responsibilities and job description for the On-Call LPN 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. On-Call LPN base pay rate: \$30.33
Additional \$5 special assignment pay Additional \$2-\$3 shift
differential pay (PM/NOC) 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. Brown County is an
E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* 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 s andard 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 understand 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. On-Call LPN base pay rate: \$30.33
Additional \$5 special assignment pay Additional \$2-\$3 shift
differential pay (PM/NOC) 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. Brown County is an
E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* 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 s andard 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 understand 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
Salary : $2 - $30