Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor (LPN)

Major Duties and Critical Tasks Responsible for:

• Works under direct supervision in accordance with the state-specific Nurse Practice Act, facility Policies and Procedures, and nursing judgment.
• Delivers nursing care to patients/residents requiring long-term or rehabilitative care.
• Collects patient/resident data, makes observations, and reports pertinent information related to the care of the patient/resident.
• According to state-specific regulations, implements the patient/resident plan of care and evaluates the patient/resident response.
• In accordance with state-specific regulations, directs and supervises care given by other nursing personnel in selected situations.
• Maintains knowledge of necessary documentation requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance and use, i.e., monitors, infusion devices, drain devices, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality and patient/resident rights, regarding all patient/resident/ personnel information.
• Provides patient/resident/family/caregiver education as directed.
• Conducts self in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.
• Works rotating shifts, holidays and weekends as scheduled.
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., CPR, protects patients/residents from injury).
• Data Collection
• Planning of Care: Contributions to the formulation/review of nursing care plans are made
• Evaluation of Care
• General Patient/Resident Care
• Patient/Resident Education/Discharge Planning
• Adherence to Facility Procedures
• Documentation
• Medication Administrations/Parenteral Therapy Record
• Coordination of Care
• Leadership
• Communication