Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 2nd Shift- FT

Responsible for the implementation of health-related programs, services, and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) which promote, enhance, and maintain resident health and independence. Complies with established policies and procedures to perform responsible professional and human support activities in the care of nursing facility residents. Responsible for supervising Certified Nursing Assistants. Receives general supervision and direction from the Director of Nurses.\n\nFull-Time LPN for 2nd shift (2 : 30pm to 11 : 00pm).\n\nPay Range : $25.54 / hour to $33.00 / hour with 2nd shift differential (3 : 00pm to 11 : 00pm)\n\nPLUS Weekend Differential of an extra $3.00 / hour!\n\nTerrific Full-Time benefits package : \n

• Virginia Retirement System (state employees' retirement)\n
• 14.5 Paid State Holidays\n
• 12 Paid Vacation Days per year\n
• 12 Paid Sick Days per year\n
• Anthem Medical\n
• Delta Dental\n
• Superior Vision\n
• Shift differential\n
• Weekend differential\n
• Life insurance, EAP (employee assistance program)\n
• Retirement plan options\n
• Free staff meals\n
• Free ice cream novelties for snack\n
• Casual Fridays (jeans)\n
• Monthly community service projects\n
• Monthly staff appreciation and parties for our work family\n\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities : \n\nDemonstrates competency to perform LPN job duties, including skills and use\n\nequipment.\n\nConducts comprehensive resident assessment and assists in developing a plan of\n\ncare based on that assessment which is consistent with medical recommendations.\n\nDirects CNA's in meeting the needs of the residents based on the written care plan.\n\nReviews care plans with supervisors, physicians, and family. Through observation and monitoring, makes recommendations for changes in care and treatment as necessary.\n\nDocuments pertinent information on medical records. Reviews charts for new orders and accuracy.\n\nMaintains inventory of resident's medications. Orders medications and supplies as needed. Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the attending physician.\n\nControls Narcotics and drug patches with accurate counting and reporting at shift changes\n\nUtilizes non pharmaceutical interventions to control pain and minimize undesired behaviors prior to the use of medications\n\nAdmits, discharges, and transfers residents as appropriate. Assists with making resident appointments.\n\nAssists with physician rounds. Takes verbal orders from physicians and transcribes them onto the E-MAR. Reviews physicians orders for accuracy\n\nPerforms testing per physician orders\n\nMakes rounds no less than at the beginning and end of each shift\n\nAssist with cleaning and maintaining the medication cart and med room\n\nSupervises CNA staff to include counseling and shift assignments. Assists with performance evaluations of personnel working under his / her supervision.\n\nSupports resident and family during dying process. Performs post mortem care per policy.\n\nProvides a safe environment for all residents as a member of the QAPI team.\n\nProvides a neat and clean environment. Observes environment for potential fall hazards and provides interventions for prevention. Reports any needed repairs to the maintenance department.\n\nCompletes event reports as indicated\n\nProvides and supports restorative care.\n\nAssists residents with meals. Provides additional in-room hydration (i.e. water or thickened liquids) and ensures liquids are within reach of the resident.\n\nObserves and follows resident's rights of dignity, respect, and privacy.\n\nReports potential signs or actual signs of abuse or neglect of resident care as a Virginia Mandated Reporter.\n\nUnderstands emergency policies and be able to carry out and follow directions in an actual emergency.\n\nFollows infection control practices per facility policies and procedures.\n\nProvides appropriate care for those residents with undesired behaviors.\n\nMaintains HIPPA regulations and confidentiality for residents and co-workers.\n\nFollows all personnel policies of Bedford County Nursing Home. Understands the progressive Bedford County disciplinary process.\n\nPerforms other duties as directed and assigned by supervisor or the Director of Nursing.\n\nParticipates in employee meetings and training as needed. Will be required to attend mandatory in-services as scheduled.\n\nPerforms special projects as assigned.\n\nMeets attendance requirements and maintains the highest level of dependability. Will work assigned schedule and will be responsible for clocking in and out accurately.\n\nConsistently demonstrates ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, and reprioritizes work as necessary.\n\nEducation / Experience : \n\nRequires graduation from an accredited school of licensed practical nursing. Long term care experience is preferred.\n\nKnowledge / Skills and Abilities : \n\nThis professional position calls for general knowledge of skill in nursing practices and routines. When nursing care does not involve the exercise of professional judgment, employee may perform with specific instructions from the Director of Nursing and / or Nursing Home Administrator.\n\nRequires general knowledge of nursing techniques and their relation to medical practices; general knowledge of sanitation, hygiene, and medical treatment; ability to apply therapeutic treatment and written instructions; ability to keep records and complete reports; ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, and other professional personnel; ability to supervise others; alertness, agility, physical stamina and physical condition sufficient to assigned tasks.\n\nCertifications / Licenses : \n\nMust possess a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Employee will be responsible for keeping his / her license and education requirements current.\n\nPhysical Requirements : \n\nThe physical requirements describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of his job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.\n\nThis is heavy work requiring the exertions of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, work requires balancing, stooping, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving small defects and / or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.\n\nEnvironmental Factors : \n\nMay be exposed to blood borne pathogens and infectious agents. May be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.\n\nSpecial / Additional Requirements : \n\nSubject to a complete criminal history background search and drug screening with acceptable results.\n\nThe worker will be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as defined by the needs of the department.\n\nThis position is designated as essential personnel. In accordance with the County's personnel policy, essential personnel are critical to the continuation of key operations and services and are expected to report to work, unless otherwise directed by management, in all weather conditions.\n\nDisclaimer : \n\nThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This is not an employment contract and does not alter any employee at-will status.\n\nBedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\n\nBedford County is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We are committed to implementing nationally recognized best practices in recruiting, hiring, and retaining highly skilled and dependable Veterans. The V3 Program is an official Commonwealth of Virginia Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§ 2.2-2001.2).