Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY :
Under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager, the LVN provides direct nursing care in accordance with the laws governing nursing practice.
JOB-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Ensures that the scope of duties and services provided are consistent and within the guidelines of the state nursing practice act
2. Demonstrates knowledge of individual patients’ / residents' histories, current progress, and treatment goals
3. Demonstrates ability to make appropriate nursing decisions when assessing patients / residents
4. Complies with established medication policies and procedures
5. Effectively operates and troubleshoots commonly utilized equipment
6. Completes all required documentation in a timely manner
7. Receives telephones orders from the mid-level Practitioner and completes orders per established policies and procedures
8. Reassess patients per established policies and procedures to identify progress and trends that require intervention or reporting to the Mid-Level Practitioner
9. Demonstrates ability to perform basic drug calculations
10. Participates in rounds when appropriate
11. Accepts patient assignments as directed by Charge Nurse or Director of Patient Services
12. Coordinates care with ancillary clinical departments to provide optimal patient care
13. Coordinates and oversees care delivered by LSA's
14. Ensures patient weights are performed and documented for patients as ordered
15. Enhances professional growth by attending seminars or further educational opportunities
16. Actively seeks out opportunities for professional advancement
17. Participates in the orientation of new employees
18. Possesses the ability to recognize changes in patient status and ensures implementation of appropriate interventions
19. Verbalizes the Licensed Vocational Nurse role in patient emergency situations and cardiopulmonary arrest
20. Performs other duties as assigned
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION :
Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State in which providing care
EXPERIENCE :
Preferred minimum of at least one (1) year experience in acute / post-acute hospital setting
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION :
Maintain current licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State in which performing duties
Maintain current certification in good standing during employment
Attend aggressive behavioral management training as required by the facility
Certified AHA BLS / CPR
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