Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 6A - 6P - Lacombe Area - TREO MEDSTAFF LLC

• 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