What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Assisted Living) PRN position at The Orchard?
Staff LPN must have the physical, emotional, & technical abilities to:
Work under the direction of the Director of Nurses
Accept & verify resident medications delivered from pharmacy
Verify receipt of physician orders for medications and other treatments
Administer medications per physician's order
Clarify physician orders as needed by calling the physician or his/her designee
Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosages, etc.
Ensure medication room is completely stocked with all required continuous, PRN, over-the-counter, and other medications as ordered by the physician
Ensure medication room is secured at all times
Follow facility policies regarding disposal of medications
Communicate, as needed, with resident family members and other legal representatives in a courteous, professional manner
Supervises and gives direction to aides