Licensed Practical Nurse - Days

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the Medical Director or Program Physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate accounting of all medication received (from supplier) and dispensed (to the patients).
• Chart medication administration in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document nursing care provided, maintain appropriate records related to patients' progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the safekeeping of all medication stock and the records required by the DEA, FDA and ADP.
• Responsible for urine collection, processing, documenting and reading test results as ordered by program physicians.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, coworkers and others in an effective manner.
• Follow the policies of the organization, as well as federal and state laws and regulations.

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