3-11 FULL TIME LPN

The Gardens at Monroe Healthcare • Full-time • Monroe Township, NJ, US • 5d ago

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The LPN helps to fulfill the care requirements of our residents. Under the direction of the nurse manager, the LPN will work within their entire scope of practice. He/she will be fully accountable for ensuring that competent care and safety are consistently delivered to all residents.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provides nursing care within their scope of practice and in accordance with standards of care established by the facility.
• Assists with the development and revision of nursing care plans under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Manages/directs the plan of care by directly administering care or by directing and supervising nursing duties delegated to nursing assistants.
• Checks and records vital signs on a regular basis following established policy or at own discretion if the need exists.
• Assists with residents’ comfort.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of nursing care provided.
• Reports significant observations to the nurse in charge/RN designee and physicians.
• Reports pertinent changes in condition to the physician and the resident/health care decision maker.
• Participates in purposeful daily rounds.
• Prepares and administers medications after appropriate orientation and instruction.
• Maintains accurate medication records and observes residents for signs and symptoms of adverse drug reactions.
• Administers special treatments, procedures, dressing changes, irrigations and other procedures requiring special techniques based on her/his nursing education and scope of practice.
• Collects specimens.
• Accompanies physician on rounds when necessary; reviews physician’s orders, medications, and records to ensure prompt and accurate execution.
• Attends staff education, training and other required meetings.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work space.
• Monitors consistent application of Restorative Nursing Goals and Approaches and refers any necessary changes to the Charge Nurse for evaluation.
• Answers resident call lights promptly.
• May come in contact with blood and other infectious materials, follows Universal Precautions Directs and provides assistance, observes, and monitors the activities of Nursing Assistants.
• Contributes to the evaluation of CNA performance as requested.
• Assure that the HIPAA and Assignment of Benefits/Medical Treatment Consent forms have been signed upon resident’s admission and placed in the Admission Director’s mailbox for processing the next day.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, within the scope of her/his education and under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Empathy and compassion
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Astute observation skills
• Ability to follow set rules and protocols
• Time management and organizational skills
• Sense of responsibility
• Desire to work with others
• Understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions
• Ability to keep records and make reports
• Ability to secure cooperation with residents
• Possess a working knowledge of nursing techniques and their relation to medical and surgical practices

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Must be 18 years of age or older

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
• Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state

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