Join our Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Full-Time, Night Shift Available!$8,000 Sign On Bonus!The Licensed Practical Nurse will coordinate resident care and designate assignments to other staff members so that optimum resident care is provided. This position is responsible for reporting any changes in residents health condition to physicians and supervisors.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Direct the day-to-day functions of nursing assistant and other staff being supervisedGive direct nursing care to residentsVisit all assigned residents at regular intervals during tour of dutySupervise feeding of residents as necessaryNotify physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner when residents condition warrantsPerform administrative duties, such as documenting of:Nurses notesAssessmentsPhysician/Nurse Practitioner/ Physicians Assistant ordersDischarge plansDietary changesReportsMiscellaneous forms, charts, etc.Chart pertinent facts and information in a professional, clear and comprehensive mannerAdmit, transfer and discharge resident according to policyRecognize and respond to changes in residents conditions and document observations, interventions and outcomesOrder from pharmacy, prepare, administer and document medications and treatments as ordered by physician/nurse practitioner/physicians assistantEnsure that physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner sign off on all verbal orders and document processConduct and/or monitor prescribed treatments, such as dressing changes, drawing of blood, catheter changes, NG tube insertion and removal, laboratory work, etc.Give and receive condition report from the on-coming and off-going shiftPerform emergency procedures, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and in the event of death, notify family and appropriate other partiesRecognize, intervene, report and document accidents and incidents when they occurMonitor and update care plans on each shift as appropriateSupervise and participate in fire safety and other disaster drills and be prepared to carry out duties in the event on an actual eventRecognize, intervene and/or report complaints and grievances from residents, families, visitors and employeesMonitor the facility for possible health and safety hazardsMaintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions and other information relating to residents, employees and facilityFollow the established universal precautions and isolation proceduresUpdate daily census report and submit as requiredAttend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classesCheck inventory and request equipment, supplies, etc.Assist in updates of written policies and procedures of routine nursing careParticipate in surveys made by authorized government agenciesMonitor and participate in daily clean-up of the nurses stationPerform other related duties as assigned by supervisorJOB REQUIREMENTS:Communication skills and active listeningPossess good interpersonal skills while dealing with emotional or difficult situations. Respond promptly to customers needsPosition may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end workSome travel may be requiredREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing for Licensed Practical NursesCurrent State of Tennessee Licensed Practical NurseCurrent CPR certificationRequired Computer Software/Equipment used:Various operating systemsStandard office equipmentMicrosoft Suite applicationsDesktop, laptop and/or iPadPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Standard medical equipmentSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:Supervises support staff including training, scheduling and assigning work, reviewing performance, recommending salary increases, promotions or discharges and assists in problem solving for staffOccasionally needs managers direction due to extraordinary circumstancesWORKING CONDITIONS:Audio-Visual: GoodHearing: GoodAbility to lift to 40 poundsPathogens: Risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contagious illnessesSubject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling ,use of handsWork is typically performed in a standard long-term care facility; well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlledAbove-average conversational noise is frequentPosition may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end workMust be able to speak and write in EnglishTravel may be requiredThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:This Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. This Organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.Education Required Technical/other training or better in NursingPreferred Associates or better in NursingLicenses & Certifications Required Licensed Practical NursePreferred CPR Certification#J-18808-Ljbffr

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