LPN (PRN Job Shreveport area,Louisiana USA,Nursing

Position: LPN (PRN)

Company Description

Since 1898, The Glen strives to provide the best environment for seniors. Our focus is a “resident directed” philosophy that caters to each resident's individuality by respecting their choices, preserving their dignity and giving them every opportunity to live a purposeful life. We feel it is the best way to offer the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment that places the respect of our residents above all else.

By embracing this philosophy, residents are happier and healthier. Daily operations of The Glen community are driven by the residents and carried out by staff members that have been empowered to cater to the interests and personalities of the individuals they work with. The Glen is rich in tradition, progressive in theory, acclaimed in satisfaction, and – most importantly – feels like home.

Enjoy working every day in an atmosphere of excellence with the best professionals.

Essential Functions

In charge of the designated nursing functions during his/her shift. Evaluates, plans, and implements adequate resident care and prevention of illnesses. Provides direct care, to the residents, and delegates and supervises the care provided by AMI’s/C N A’s.

Additional Functions

Assigns specific duties to the AMIs on his/her shift and provides adequate supervision of those AMIs to ensure completion of these assignments

Participates in developing, implementing, and revising of the resident’s service plan

Identifies, reports, and documents incidents/accidents & participates in investigation of

Incidents.

Prepares, administers, & evaluates response to medication and treatments as ordered by physician & documents

Assists residents in ordering or reordering their medications

Documents nursing activities accurately and timely & keeps medical records current

Identifies and reports changes in residents’ status to physicians, responsible parties

Orients new employees as assigned

Coordinates and participates in admission, transfer, and discharge of residents

Communicates resident problems, needs, complaints, or other concerns with Nursing Director in a timely manner

Responds to emergency situations and obtains assistance as necessary. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Assures resident’s rights are protected; protects residents from abuse or neglect

Practices and assures AMIs adhere to infection control policies and procedures

Supervisor Responsibilities

Supervises AMIs

Functions as charge nurse during shift

Qualifications

Licensed to practice in Louisiana
Good communication & leadership skills
Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage stress

Physical Demands

Ability to pull, push up to 90 pounds, lift up to 50 pounds

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