What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Hillview Community Living Center?
Description
Responsible for providing direct nursing care as ordered by physician, outlined in the plan of care, and in
accordance with standards of nursing practices and regulations. Takes charge in leading and directing
resident/patient care on assigned unit. Directly supervises Certified Nursing Assistants to ensure
assignments and care are complete based on professional standards.
Requirements
? Personally participates in the evaluation and delivery of care including medication
administration, treatments, Adl care, etc. as ordered by physician and outlined in the plan of
care (according to scope of practice)
? Conduct regular rounds to monitor resident activity and ensure resident/ patients receive
quality care based on professional standards and facility policies
? Evaluate residents physical and psychosocial status
? Communicate with residents, family members, physicians and supervisor regarding resident
status.
? Maintain up to date and accurate medical records during tour of duty on assigned unit.
? Coordinate and prepare for new admissions, transfers, discharge of residents
? Transcribe physician orders
? Assist in updating the plan of care that addresses the needs of the residents/ patients
? Complete incident/ accident reports
? Understands, complies with and promotes all rules regarding resident rights
? Maintain safe and clean work area
? Ensures proper storage of equipment and supplies
? Ensure Infection prevention and control practices are followed on assigned unit
? Report hazardous conditions, incidents and accidents, and allegations to supervisor
? Attend orientation and in-services
? Assist in orientation and training
? Attend staff meetings
? Perform other duties as assigned or designated