Licensed Practical Nurse Medications & Resident Care

Current TB skin test prior to hire date, then annually Cleared background check within 2 years Current CPR certification Duties Work under the direction of the Director of Nurses Maintain knowledge of each resident Participate in Resident care plan meetings Accept & verify resident medications delivered from pharmacy Verify receipt of physician orders for medications and other treatments Administer medications per physician's order Clarify physician orders as needed by calling the physician or his/her designee Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct Ensure medication room is completely stocked with all required continuous, PRN, over-the-counter, and other medications as ordered by the physician Ensure medication room is secured at all times Follow facility policies regarding disposal of medications Communicate, as needed, with resident family members and other legal representatives in a courteous, professional manner #J-18808-Ljbffr