RN/LPN PT 6:30-11p

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides general nursing care to residents in the retirement community and health center by performing the following duties listed below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Attends all mandatory education meetings Documents according to CMS and Nurse Practice Act daily Reports changes in condition of residents to provider and family Explains procedures and treatments to resident to gain cooperation, understanding, and alleviate apprehension.

Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Notes time and amount on patients' medical records. Knowledgeable of common action, usual dosage, and side effects. Prepares equipment and aids Physician during examination and/or treatment of resident. Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of resident.

Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or Physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.

Makes beds, bathes, toilets and feeds patients. Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance to all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including but not limited to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws.

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Provides supervision to Certified Nursing Aides and others as assigned to assure delivery of consistently high quality care to residents. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience: Associates degree from college or university preferred; and/or one to three years related experience and/or education; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered Nurse license in good standing with applicable state. Current and active CPR certification from a reputable provider.