Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) FT Various-Elkhart

Company: Golden LivingCenters
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: February 14, 2020

Job Description:

Job DescriptionAs a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Golden LivingCenters, you will ensure that our patients get the care they need and that we have the necessary resources to provide it. Your hard work and meaningful efforts will help us to continue providing the highest quality healthcare possible. You will have a direct impact on the quality of care that our patients receive and will do what it takes to provide the highest quality care. Your outcome-focused work will leave you feeling empowered at the end of each day because you'll know you've made a difference in the lives of our patients. We are seeking qualified candidates who have experience in this field and are ready to go to any length to get our patients and facilities the support they need. That's because you believe in our mission here at Golden LivingCenters. GENERAL PURPOSE Provides nursing care to residents under the direction of a Supervisor and as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practices and regulations; and as may be directed by a Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES * Supervise under the direction of a Supervisor, other professional and non-professional staff in the day-to-day delivery of resident care. Assist in scheduling job assignments and developing nursing unit priorities under the direction of a Supervisor. May assist in orientating new staff and participating in the recruitment and selection of nursing staff. Communicate non-nursing practice policies, and assist and coach as needed. Monitor work assignments, provide feedback, and assist a Supervisor in evaluating performance, and redirect and discipline as needed * Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes under the direction of a Supervisor, and assess Residents to evaluate their physical and emotional status. Monitor resident activity and provide nursing care as directed by a Supervisor, and according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards and facility policies. Coordinate and assist or prepare for new admissions, transfers, and discharge of residents as directed by a Supervisor. Transcribe physician's telephone orders. Communicate with Residents, family members, other interdisciplinary team members, and management * Prepare and administer medications under the direction of a Supervisor and as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies. Sign, dates and perform all charting and recordkeeping in accordance with established policies and procedures * Assist a Supervisor as directed and participate in developing and implementing a written care plan for individual residents that addresses the needs of the resident CODE OF CONDUCT Must adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting respon

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