LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Assisted Living shifts

THE MYRON STRATTON HOME

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) day/afternoon shifts available

Join a strong team with a purpose-filled mission!

Wage range: $31.47 - 32.44 per hour

Position Summary: Provides and coordinates nursing care and treatment for residents of The Myron Stratton Home by administering medications, performing first aid, working closely with outside providers, and monitoring the safety and well-being of the residents.

Primary Job Duties

*Essential Functions*

Contributes to patient care and is responsible for the assessment of resident overall condition(s).

Administers patient medications by preparing medications; administering specified medication orally or by subcutaneous or intramuscular injections; recording dosage and time in patient record; maintaining logs.

Maintains Resident records to include chart and medication administration record (MAR); Transcribes physician orders to MAR; document items appropriately in chart

Shall observe care needs and concerns of residents and communicate with the physician, nurse, or supervisor as necessary.

Shall supervise and participate in nursing care given to residents on his/her shift.

Keeps nursing supervisors informed by observing patients and reporting adverse reactions to medication or treatment.

Keeps patient care supplies ready by checking stock; anticipating needs; Notifying supervisor when supplies are low to be ordered.

Protects healthcare organization value by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.

Improves nursing and healthcare organization job knowledge by maintaining licensure; attending training sessions.

Learn the Eden Alternative philosophy of care and service and will integrate that philosophy into the daily routine.

Supports laboratory testing by collecting samples, such as urine, blood, and sputum.

Qualifications

: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty...