LPN (Double Weekends 6a-10p)

Licensed Vocational NurseIn keeping with our organizations goals, the primary purpose of the Licensed Vocational Nurse is to deliver quality nursing care to residents requiring short-term, skilled, and long-term nursing care.Job duties include:Provide direct nursing care under supervision of a registered nurse or physicianDeliver care to residents following their plan of careUtilize facilitys written policies and proceduresCoordinate and communicate nursing services with other resident servicesParticipate in facility surveysConduct themselves in a professional mannerAgree not to disclose assigned user ID code and passwordAgree not to disclose residents protected health informationReport any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facilitys information systemProvide education to residents/families/caregiversProvide prompt emergency support measuresProvide care in a manner that respect for the resident's dignity and privacy is consistently upheldEnsure that nursing interventions are performed in a timely mannerMake frequent rounds of the assigned unitProvide complaint/grievance reports to the AdministratorReport occupational exposuresReport known or suspected incidents of fraud, abuse, neglect, and/or misappropriationEnsure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged offRefrain from disclosing assigned user ID code and passwordRefrain from disclosing resident protected health informationSupervisory responsibility includes oversight of nurse aides and communication with and oversight of nursing home staff to ensure that specific policies, procedures, and systems are maintained correctly as it relates to the department.Required education and experience:Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the StateCertificate in Vocational NursingTwo years experience in Long-Term Care preferredSix months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices preferredDemonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitudeStrong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferredComputer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet)Required skills:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitudeAbility to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyDisplay attention to detailInteract with residents, families, and the community in a professional mannerAbility to engage in active listening, critical thinking, and active learningExceptional judgment and active foresightSelf-motivated and self-directedPosition type and expected hours of work:This position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. There will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored.Work environment and physical demands:This position generally will require physical activity. It may at times require walking to various locations within a facility. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and may require some use of machinery consistent with the job duties.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position at times requires the ability to walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and lift as necessary.Other duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice.Reasonable accommodation:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.