Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 6 P.M to 6 A.M - TREO MEDSTAFF LLC
Mandeville, LA 70445
About the Job
- Demonstrates complete competence in technical and manual skills according to the scope of practice for LPN
- Functions as a leader for the Care Partners
- Administers medications and follows the seven (7) medications correctly. Reduces the potential for medication errors by carefully assessing resident’s conditions and nursing needs.
- Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the resident and family regarding pain management.
- Ability to interpret results of waived tests and take appropriate action on waived tests results.
- Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes the resident’s safety reducing the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Meets current documentation standards and policies.
- Notifies physician of changes in a resident’s condition and follows through until appropriate action is taken.
- Notes and carries out physician’s orders promptly.
- Gives thorough verbal reports to oncoming shifts.
- Follows through as needed on the information given by shift report, resident, or family regarding resident concerns.
- Functions as a resident advocate by protecting the resident’s rights.
- Interacts with residents, families, co-workers, managers, and other departmental staff in a kind, knowledgeable, and friendly manner.
- Consistently involves resident and family in planning for care, treatment, and teaching needs.
- Demonstrates the ability to remain calm and in control in an emergency and/or stressful situation while exuding a sense of confidence.
- Consistently follows facility policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Pass background check
Source : TREO MEDSTAFF LLC