Licensed Practical Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Licensed Practical Nurse implements the interdisciplinary resident care plan by providing excellent direct care and oversight and direction to CNA team members.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The following duties are normal for this position.  This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Reviews the status of each resident daily or more frequently if required.

• Identifies and reports change in resident condition

• Knows resident choices regarding care and assures they are honored.

• Leads the CNA team in following comprehensive resident care plans.

• Evaluates if the team has effectively met resident needs.

• Delegates the completion of the care plan work to team members according to their licensure experience, and expertise.

• Supervises the delivery of care to assure it is being delivered according to the facility policies and standards of care.

• Participates in care delivery by providing medications and treatments and other nursing tasks as assigned.

• Participates in the interdisciplinary care planning process.

• Evaluates the outcomes of the care delivery.

• Adjusts the care plan based on outcomes.

• Counsels and coaches employees who exhibit performance discrepancies.

• Documents care and files reports as required.

•  Other duties and responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by the unit manager or DNS.

• Any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing, or Health Center Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in Massachusetts - required

• Current CPR certification - required

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