Licensed Practical Nurse (Weekend Special)

Basic Purpose

To provide direct nursing care activities and supervision of Certified Nursing Assistants within the parameters of his / her license to practice as a License Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana;

to support the mission and philosophy of BSI, Inc.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

A. Directing / Providing Resident Care in Nursing.

• Observe the condition of the resident, record any pertinent changes in the resident’s condition in the medical record and notify the attending physician, responsible party, and nursing administration.
• Take vital signs as ordered by the attending physician and record findings in the medical record.
• Assess and orient new residents upon admission.
• Continuously re-assess residents.
• Participate in the care planning process including : assessment, formulation, implementation, evaluation, and revision.
• Collect, label, and arrange for transfer of specimens to laboratory as ordered by the attending physician.
• Perform wound care / treatments as ordered by the attending physicians, document appearance of wounds and procedures performed.
• Administer medications as ordered by the attending physician document on the medication administration record. Follow policies and procedures for pharmacy services as listed in the Healthcare Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Assist physician with procedures and rounds
• Assure accuracy of food and fluid documentation by the Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Communicate with Dietary all admissions and discharges via the Communication Form.
• Answer resident call lights.
• Follow facility policies and procedures in the event of a residents’ death.
• Maintain Medication and Treatment Carts to State Standards.
• Assist residents with ADLs as required.
• Provide a report to the oncoming shift.
• Communicate with Social Services when resident or family issues arise.

B. Supervise the work of the Nursing Assistants assigned to Nursing

• Determine duties which can be safely and appropriately delegated to unlicensed personnel.
• Provide supervision / oversight / guidance of work performed by Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Initiate disciplinary action as outlined in Broadway Services, Inc. employee handbook when appropriate.
• Enforce the cell phone policy at all times.
• Participate in employee performance evaluation process.
• Review resident care plans with Certified Nursing Assistants.

C. Observe Federal, State, and Local Laws / Regulation and Administrative Polices of Nursing at Lambeth House.

• Maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana.
• Maintain records of controlled substances.
• Ensure that a physician’s order is obtained for all medications, diets and treatments administered to residents.
• Document all treatments, medications and observations in the resident’s medical record.
• Complete a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education annually.
• Ensure that he / she is familiar with fire and disaster plans; when to evacuate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a state accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana.
• Continuing education as required by the Louisiana State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Ability to apply and execute orders of physicians and registered nurses with the limitations of educational background / licensure, and with an understanding of the cause and effect of such action.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, residents, families, physicians, and the general public.
• Freedom from communicable disease.
• Must maintain a current CPR Certification

Typical Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift / push at least thirty-five (35) pounds.
• Must be able to maneuver medication carts throughout the unit.
• Must be able to, bend, turn, sit, and stand as needed to care for residents.
• Must be able to read and write as necessary to complete necessary communication.
30+ days ago