What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Fouraker Hills Rehab and Nursing Center?
OVERVIEW:
Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for the residents
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Holds daily shift report with nursing assistants assigned to the unit prior to the start of the shift.
- Reviews written daily assignments for each resident on assigned unit.
- Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift
- Makes rounds on assigned residents at least once every two hours
- Administers medication and treatments according to the physician's orders. Assumes responsibility for ordering medications
- Collaborates with Care Plan Coordinator to develop and maintain nursing care plans and update these plans
- Contacts the resident's physician and family to notify them of a change in the resident's condition or accident/incident
- Assumes independent responsibility for completing required routine documentation and auditing as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Practical Nurse licensed in Florida
- CPR certified