Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per Diem
Company: Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield
Location: Warwick
Posted on: July 11, 2021
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Job Description:
Join Our Team: Put the CARE back in CAREER - Join our team
today! Overview: Elderwood of Scallop Shell at
Wakefield is in growth mode and currently seeking a Part time
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team! Enjoy a great work
life balance with flexible scheduling alongside a team devoted to
providing top patient care. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
is assigned to a team of Nursing Assistants and is responsible for
skilled treatments, passing of medications, and monitoring the
personal care services provided by Nursing Assistants. LPN's are
also responsible for reporting care and unusual symptoms of
residents to supervisor and staff of next shift. Shift: We are currently offering the
following Administer medications and treatments to
assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five
rights as applicable. Direct
and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures
carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team. Assist
Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as
necessary. Report to
Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor
unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress
of residents. Follow
the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of
Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan. Receive
controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is
responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of
these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of
medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards,
medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets. Document
as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical
Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required
records. Credentials as a Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state
license required. LPN Training and work experience
in a geriatric setting preferred. Ability to supervise and work well
with other personnel required. Ability to communicate well
verbally and in writing required. Caring, respectful attitude
towards residents required. Physical stamina for constant
activity required.
Qualifications:
EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and
employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without
regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion,
gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or
veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other
protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the
performance of the work involved.
Keywords: Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield, Warwick , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per Diem, Other , Warwick, Rhode Island
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