Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Licensed Practical Nurse REPORTS TO: Resident Care Director /Wellness Director POSITION SUMMARY The essential functions of the job for the Licensed Practical Nurse requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following: Must possess a valid LPN license, in good standing in accordance with laws of this state, from an approved State School of Nursing. Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable. Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights. In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.). Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loved ones. Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures. Responsibilities/Accountabilities Coordinate the day-to-day care of residents in accordance with the service plan. This includes ensuring sufficient staffing, coordinating staff schedules, and supervising RMAs and direct care staff. Is knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for residents and provides support to the residents according to their care plan. Contributes to the care planning process by providing the charge nurse or other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the residents’ needs and preferences. Complete any state required assessment and service plan training Coordinate services with hospice and home health to ensure they are providing services as ordered by the primary care providers and outlined in the service plan. This includes reviewing outside provider communication and participating in wound monitoring/management per Viva Senior Living policies. Coordinate services with durable medical equipment companies to ensure residents receive medical equipment needed as directed/ordered by their medical provider. Coordinate medication management with pharmacies, including managing medication orders, ensuring availability of medications, medication destruction, medication cart management, and routine auditing of medication services. Administer and document medication and treatments per the physician’s order and accurately record all care provided to the residents. Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by reporting care provided and changes in the resident's condition to the responsible party, primary care provider/physician, and Resident Care Director. Reviews End of Shift Reports and Med Tech to Med Tech logs and responds accordingly. Respond to resident emergencies to ensure appropriate response and follow through. Document incident reports as needed in accordance with Viva Senior Living policies. Conducting community audits and training as needed to ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies. May participate in routine activities of resident’s care activities, including daily living and basic nursing procedures. Responds to inquiries relating to requests from residents, visitors, and other personnel promptly and courteously within given time frames and established policy. Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with the residents, visitors, families, and peers Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights. Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor. As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency. Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan. Assists with evacuation of residents in an emergency situation Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information, including verbal, written and electronic communications. Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with all investigations. Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Report any retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer. Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency. Must adhere to scheduled shifts assigned by Executive Director or Supervisor and arrive to your work station at the scheduled time. Perform other related duties as required per State Regulation annual health REQUIREMENTS: Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test. physical and sensory requirements: (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, agitated residents Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. #J-18808-Ljbffr