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LPN (PRN)

LPN (PRN)

Broadway Services IncNew Orleans, LA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Basic Purpose

To provide direct nursing care activities and supervision of Certified Nursing Assistants within the parameters of his / her license to practice as a License Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana; to support the mission and philosophy of BSI, Inc.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

I. Directing / Providing Resident Care in Nursing.

  • Observe the condition of the resident, record any pertinent changes in the resident’s condition in the medical record and notify the attending physician, responsible party, and nursing administration.
  • Take vital signs as ordered by the attending physician and record findings in the medical record.
  • Assess and orient new residents upon admission.
  • Continuously re-assess residents.
  • Participate in the care planning process including : assessment, formulation, implementation, evaluation, and revision.
  • Collect, label, and arrange for transfer of specimens to laboratory as ordered by the attending physician.
  • Perform wound care / treatments as ordered by the attending physicians, document appearance of wounds and procedures performed.
  • Administer medications as ordered by the attending physician document on the medication administration record. Follow policies and procedures for pharmacy services as listed in the Healthcare Policy and Procedure Manual.
  • Assist physician with procedures and rounds.
  • Assure accuracy of food and fluid documentation by the Certified Nursing Assistants.
  • Communicate with Dietary all admissions and discharges via the Communication Form.
  • Answer resident call lights.
  • Follow facility policies and procedures in the event of a residents’ death.
  • Maintain Medication and Treatment Carts to State Standards.
  • Assist residents with ADLs as required.
  • Provide a report to the oncoming shift.
  • Communicate with Social Services when resident or family issues arise.

II. Supervise the work of the Nursing Assistants assigned to Nursing

  • Determine duties which can be safely and appropriately delegated to unlicensed personnel.
  • Provide supervision / oversight / guidance of work performed by Certified Nursing Assistants.
  • Initiate disciplinary action as outlined in Broadway Services, Inc. employee handbook when appropriate.
  • Enforce the cell phone policy at all times.
  • Participate in employee performance evaluation process.
  • Review resident care plans with Certified Nursing Assistants.

    • III. Observe Federal, State, and Local Laws / Regulation and Administrative Polices of Nursing at Lambeth House.

  • Maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana.
  • Maintain records of controlled substances.
  • Ensure that a physician’s order is obtained for all medications, diets and treatments administered to residents.
  • Document all treatments, medications and observations in the resident’s medical record.
  • Complete a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education annually.
  • Ensure that he / she is familiar with fire and disaster plans; when to evacuate.

    • Requirements :

    Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from a state accredited school of Practical Nursing.
  • Currently licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana.
  • Continuing education as required by the Louisiana State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses.
  • Good physical and mental health.
  • Ability to apply and execute orders of physicians and registered nurses with the limitations of educational background / licensure, and with an understanding of the cause and effect of such action.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, residents, families, physicians, and the general public.
  • Freedom from communicable disease.
  • Must maintain a current CPR Certification

    • Typical Physical Demands

  • Must be able to lift / push at least thirty-five (35) pounds.
  • Must be able to maneuver medication carts throughout the unit.
  • Must be able to, bend, turn, sit, and stand as needed to care for residents.
  • Must be able to read and write as necessary to complete necessary communication.
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