LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse - Personal Care HomesThe Personal Care Practical Nurse is responsible for providing the general medical oversight of all personal care residents.Education:Graduate of an approved PN program.Prior Personal Care Home experience preferred.Licensure / Certification:Current Georgia License as a Practical Nurse.Credentialed in Accuchek within probationary period. BCLS certification to be obtained within first month of employment.Duties and Responsibilities:Assists manager with health screens prior to admission.Assesses the resident's general physical condition.Obtains health psycho-social history on initial interviews.Documents appropriate findings.Monitors the resident's condition and maintains accurate documentation (vital signs, alertness, mobility, and other general health conditions).Reports abnormalities or instability of the resident's condition in a timely manner to the personal physician, manager and family members as appropriate.Assesses the patient upon return from doctor appointments and documents findings.Ensures the resident's hygienic needs are met (AM care, PM care, toileting, etc).Processes faxed lab orders and delivers to Lab.Performs venipuncture ensuring proper grip placement.Coordinates annual flu vaccine administration for residents.Oversees medication inventory and documentation.Demonstrates knowledge of drugs used.Identifies and reports adverse drug reactions.Maintains narcotic log.Provides the resident with an explanation of his/her condition and written information when possible.Initiates consultation with other health care professionals as needed.Provides health awareness to enhance quality of life.Establishes exercise routines for residents.Evaluates self-care abilities/limitations and identifies need for additional safety measures.Evaluates and documents for signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.Assesses and interprets data relative to resident's age.Recognizes anxiety regarding potential change in lifestyle resulting from illness.Addresses resident's appropriately.Provides for residents privacy.Respects resident's right to refuse treatment.Assesses for limiting conditions (vision, hearing, elimination, etc.).Implements skin integrity and/or risk to fall protocols.Allows resident to discuss thoughts and plans related to death and dying.Assesses nutritional intake.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/dataStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situationsAbility to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitudeAbility to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of workAbility to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal informationAbility to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely mannerAbility to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skillsNon-Essential FunctionsPerform other duties as assigned or requested.Professional RequirementsAdhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.Complete annual education requirements.Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.Report to work on time and as scheduled.Wear identification while on duty.Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.Physical Requirements and Environmental ConditionsMust have the cognitive ability to perform in this role.Critical and executive level thinking is requiredMust have strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracyHave near normal hearing – able to hear alarms/telephone/normal speaking voice/webinarsHave near normal vision – clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected or non-corrected, ability to distinguish colorsHave good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordinationStanding – continuously within the shift (1-100%)Walking – continuously within the shift (1-100%)Climbing – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)Bending/stooping – frequently within the shift (34-66%)Twist at the waist – occasionally with the shift (1-33%)Lift/carry – 20+lbs without assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)Reaching above the shoulders – frequently within the shift (34-67%)Physically demanding, high-stress environmentRequires prolonged sitting and/or bendingLift/carry – 50lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%).Stephens County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any other legally protected status