JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Day and Night Shift LPN positions are available. Must have current LPN TN license, a professional with strong character and will show compassion. One year of Geriatrics experience preferred.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Supervisory experience
- Experience caring for the geriatric population
- Ability to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to make independent decision
- Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures
- Knowledge of laws, regulations and guidelines governing nursing in a Assisted living facility
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Ability to cope with mental & emotional stress
- Comply with Resident Rights and other Policies and Procedures
- Monitor and administer medications to residents according to physician orders
- Answer resident call alarms promptly
- Make routine rounds to check on all residents
- Provide assistance with personal care for residents daily and as needed
- Obtain and record vital signs when needed
- Observe residents carefully and report changes in conditions to DON or Administrator
- Assign duties to C N A staff as needed
- Provide coaching, counseling and discipline to associates as necessary
- Review all resident medical records for accuracy, timeliness and completeness on a monthly basis
- Ensure adequate nursing supplies are available
This is not all inclusive of the position requirements
Must pass background checks and drug screen
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time