Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Position Title: Licensed Practical (Vocational) Nurse (LPN/LVN)
Department : Nursing Services
Reports To: Nurse Supervisor / Director of Nursing
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule : As Assigned Position Summary
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides high-quality nursing care to residents under the supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse. Duties are performed in accordance with state scope of practice requirements, facility policies, and professional standards of nursing care. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities
Department : Nursing Services
Reports To: Nurse Supervisor / Director of Nursing
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule : As Assigned Position Summary
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides high-quality nursing care to residents under the supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse. Duties are performed in accordance with state scope of practice requirements, facility policies, and professional standards of nursing care. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities
- Supervise and support Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) as directed.
- Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate resident care plans.
- Complete assigned sections of the Minimum Data Set (MDS).
- Prepare for physician rounds: organize charts, identify concerns, prepare orders, and document visits.
- Report any suspicion of a crime against a resident according to federal/state regulations.
- Complete documentation including forms, reports, evaluations, charting, and studies.
- Participate in QAPI, infection control, safety, and risk management committees.
- Serve on additional committees as assigned by administration.
- Provide nursing care according to scope of practice and facility standards.
- Monitor and promptly report acute changes in resident condition (e.g., confusion, pain, shortness of breath, fever, mobility changes).
- Obtain and document vital signs as needed.
- Participate in resident admissions and provide orientation for new residents.
- Assist with discharge planning to support goals and safe transitions of care.
- Ensure newly admitted residents have all required physician orders.
- Assist with meals, delivering trays and providing feeding support when needed.
- Contribute to individualized, resident-centered care plans with the IDT.
- Provide compassionate care to residents with cognitive decline, trauma histories, or communication challenges.
- Monitor resident weight, intake, and hydration, report significant changes.
- Document all nursing interventions and services using appropriate records and EMR systems.
- Collaborate with hospice providers to deliver end-of-life care.
- Promote fall prevention practices and resident safety.
- Provide first aid and follow emergency protocols as needed.
- Follow all infection control and safety guidelines.
- Administer medications safely within scope of practice, report adverse reactions and medication errors.
- Transcribe telephone/verbal/telemedicine orders as permitted.
- Perform blood glucose monitoring and specimen collection as ordered.
- Assist with ambulation, ADLs, transfers, and personal care when needed.
- Reposition bed-bound or chair-bound residents per care schedule.
- Assess skin integrity, provide preventive skin care, and perform wound care as ordered.
- Provide trauma-informed care tailored to resident needs and triggers.
- Maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and other departments.
- Assist in training, orientation, and development of new staff as requested.
- Attend required in-service education and continuing education programs to maintain competency and compliance.
- Ensure the environment is free from accident hazards.
- Ensure appropriate resident supervision and use of assistive devices.
- Follow all facility safety, PPE, and infection control protocols.
- Properly use facility-provided PPE including gowns, masks, gloves, and lifting/back support equipment.
- Works throughout the nursing unit (nurses' stations, medication rooms, resident rooms, etc.).
- Experiences frequent interruptions and may encounter stressful or emotional situations.
- Interacts with residents, families, staff, and regulatory personnel.
- May work beyond scheduled hours, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
- May be subject to emergency call-backs.
- Exposed to infectious diseases, odors, heat, chemicals, and air contaminants.
- May encounter hostile or emotionally upset residents or family members.
- Participates in community or facility health initiatives when assigned.
- Education : Must possess as a minimum a nursing certificate or diploma from an accredited college or university or be a Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN nursing program.
- Experience : Minimum of 2 years experience as an LPN/LVN
- Must hold an active, unencumbered state license to practice as an LPN/LVN.
- Must meet all state and facility-specific competency requirements.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Knowledge of nursing practices, long-term care regulations, and resident rights.
- Ability to make sound independent decisions when necessary.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with residents, families, and staff.
- Ability to plan, organize, and implement resident care programs.
- Patience, tact, professionalism, and a positive attitude when dealing with residents.
- Ability to incorporate new care methods and practices.
- Ability to accurately communicate resident conditions to appropriate personnel.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others.
- Ability to move intermittently throughout the day.
- Ability to cope with emotional and mental stress related to care responsibilities.
- Adequate hearing and vision (with or without assistive devices).
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and move at least 25 lbs up to 5 feet and transport such weight at least 50 feet .
- Ability to assist in evacuating residents during emergencies.
- Must meet facility health, physical examination, and immunization requirements.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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