LPN

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Works closely with the RN in all aspects of registrant care to insure continuity of registrant care.

Responsible for the delivery of care as directed by the RN.

Administers medications and charting of it in the appropriate places.

Performs treatments, etc. and charting of it in the appropriate places.

Supervises and instructs Resident Care Associates in the performance of their duties.

FUNCTIONS :

• Must be available to periodically work more than eight (8) hours per day, or more than forty (40) hours per week.

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with written Physician’s orders and established policy and procedures and record it in appropriate places.

• Check medication/treatment supplies and reorder as necessary

• Carry out ADHC administration and registrant care duties as directed.

• Supports and demonstrates practice consistent with philosophy, standards, policies and procedures of St. Luke ADHC.

• Monitor ADHC staff for compliance of established policies and procedures.

• Assist in emergency care as necessary.

• Give concise, accurate, qualitative report to RN.

• Receive report from RN.

• Transcribe physician’s orders and complete all necessary forms (i.e.: lab requests, x-ray requests).

• Assist with orientation, instruction and supervision of other registrant care personnel.

• Assist the RN with evaluation of registrant’s needs, condition and care.

• Review registrant’s medical and social history.

• Relieve CNAs for breaks and mealtime when necessary.

• Monitor registrant’s mealtimes as directed.

• Direct and assist with unit cleaning, as well as the care of supplies, equipment and appliances.

• Follow proper policy and procedure with maintenance of controlled substances (i.e.: administration, count, documentation of effective-ness).

• Clean and maintain the medication room. Also clean tops and sides of bottles that contain liquid medications.

• Assist Activities Staff when available for all activity functions.

• Supervise and assist RCA’s in all care areas assuring use of proper procedure to insure that registrants are receiving adequate assistance with personal hygiene and daily activities.

• Give report to RCAs, giving them instructions on special concerns (ie: V.S., condition of wounds, catheter care issues, etc.)

• Receive reports from RCAs at the end of the shift and as concerns are addressed.

• Handle any difficulties and/or problems in the ADHC. Consult with the RN or Director on those problems where assistance is needed.

• Insure that weights and vital signs are taken and documented as ordered (i.e.: monthly, weekly, daily).

• Verifies information on Consultation Sheet prior to completing the forms and see that registrants are ready for all scheduled appointments on time. Order early meal trays as indicated.

• Assist the RN or Director with all necessary paperwork and transportation arrangements for emergency care for registrant. Check to see that transfer form is complete and accurate.

• Report accidents/incidents or medication errors to RN or Director and complete appropriate forms.

• Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all registrant care information.

• Participate in St. Luke’s Quality Assurance Program.

• Assist the RCA’s with registrant care as needed.

• Other related duties that may become necessary or as directed by a supervisor, department head and/or administration.

QUALIFCATIONS :

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing.

• Current L.P.N. licensed in the State of New York.

• Experience in Charge position preferred.

• Previous experience in geriatrics helpful, but not necessary.

• Understands the special needs of geriatric and MR/DD registrants.

• A willingness to learn through in-service and continuing education Programs.

• Must be able to supervise and instruct others professionally.

• Must be well-groomed, courteous, tactful, patient, kind and pleasant when dealing with registrants, visitors, and co-workers.

• Must have a good sense of responsibility.

• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations.

• CPR certification required.