LPN Pool Job Monroe area,Wisconsin USA,Nursing

The purpose of this position is to perform nursing care within the scope of practice of the Licensed Practical Nurse.

LPN Pool employees do not have a set schedule.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Overall Functions

Receive a report from the nurse on the previous shift, listening to updates, changes, and new information. Present a comprehensive report to the nursing assistants. Confirm their understanding of assignments and requests as well as the time that these are due to be completed. Review the schedule for therapy, the beauty shop, programs for the day and outside appointments.

Conduct rounds on the unit upon arrival; monitoring the appearance of the unit and the appearance of the residents. Communicate observations to the appropriate staff for follow through and attention.

Coordinate the duties and responsibilities for the day with the NCC and/or the RN Supervisor.

Monitor the duties of the nursing assistants for completeness and in conjunction with the plan of care.

Record resident information using the electronic chart or the clinical record.

Responsible for the care and service to the residents under the direction of the NCC and/or RN Supervisor. Responsible to fulfill the duties of a staff nurse.

Nursing Care Functions

Inform nursing staff of new admissions and information about this new resident. Monitor that the room is ready, and that the supplies and equipment have been delivered to the room.

Prepare and administer medication to residents. Observe and record resident’s response to medication, as well as physical and mental condition.

Perform prescribed nursing treatment

Monitor resident’s condition. Notify RN supervisor on resident change in condition or problem.

Communicate resident condition and changes to the following shift.

Keep current of new MD orders and family involvement.

Record accomplished nursing tasks to residents’ charts. Prepare weekly/monthly summaries and goal charting. Record resident activity involvement.

Assist in developing resident care plans.

Order and stock pharmaceutical supplies and medications.

Provide comfort for emotionally distressed residents and residents’ families.

Provide information to residents and families, offering choice. Communicate openly providing appropriate updates of current status and progress.

Identify resident care needs and provide input to the development of the care plan.

Personnel Functions

Make daily rounds observing that nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Present findings in a timely manner to the employee providing necessary education and discipline as necessary. Report these findings and the action taken to the NCC and/or RN Supervisor.

Report complaints and grievances made or filed by personnel to the DON.

Establish a good understanding with the employee in regards to expectations.

Develop and maintain a good working rapport with personnel within the nursing department and other departments within the facility.

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift.

Meet with the team on a regularly scheduled basis to promote effective communication, timely problem solving, and the improvement of services.

Attend all mandatory meetings and in-services and complete the make-up session in a timely manner. Encourage staff attendance as well.

Communicate concerns, questions, frustrations and complaints to the NCC/ RN Supervisor/DON in a timely and confidential manner. In the event that this communication is not resolved, communication of this will be presented to the Administrator.

Monitor that privacy and confidentiality of resident information is upheld. Monitor that facility computers are used for resident related services only. Monitor that employee cell phones are kept in the employee locker room or employee vehicle.

Understand and follow the Green County Employee Handbook.

Follow facility guidelines and read and understand updates, memos, and educational sessions.

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