Charge Nurse - LPN
INTRODUCTION:
The Licensed Practical Nurse will coordinate resident care and designate assignments to other staff members so that optimum resident care is provided. This position is responsible for reporting any changes in residents' health condition to physicians and supervisors.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Direct the day-to-day functions of nursing assistant and other staff being supervised
Give direct nursing care to residents
Visit all assigned residents at regular intervals during tour of duty
Supervise feeding of residents as necessary
Notify physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner when resident's condition warrants
Perform administrative duties, such as documenting of:
o Nurses' notes
o Assessments
o Physician/Nurse Practitioner/ Physician's Assistant orders
o Discharge plans
o Dietary changes
o Reports
o Miscellaneous forms, charts, etc.
Chart pertinent facts and information in a professional, clear and comprehensive manner
Admit, transfer and discharge resident according to policy
Recognize and respond to changes in residents' conditions and document observations, interventions and outcomes
Order from pharmacy, prepare, administer and document medications and treatments as ordered by physician/nurse practitioner/physician's assistant
Ensure that physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner sign off on all verbal orders and document process
Conduct and/or monitor prescribed treatments, such as dressing changes, drawing of blood, catheter changes, NG tube insertion and removal, laboratory work, etc.
Give and receive condition report from the on-coming and off-going shift
Perform emergency procedures, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and in the event of death, notify family and appropriate other parties
Recognize, intervene, report and document accidents and incidents when they occur
Monitor and update care plans on each shift as appropriate
Supervise and participate in fire safety and other disaster drills and be prepared to carry out duties in the event on an actual event
Recognize, intervene and/or report complaints and grievances from resident's, families, visitors and employees
Monitor the facility for possible health and safety hazards
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions and other information relating to residents, employees and facility
Follow the established universal precautions and isolation procedures
Update daily census report and submit as required
Attend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classes
Check inventory and request equipment, supplies, etc.
Assist in updates of written policies and procedures of routine nursing care
Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies
Monitor and participate in daily clean-up of the nurses' station
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Communication skills and active listening
Possess good interpersonal skills while dealing with emotional or difficult situations. Respond promptly to customer's needs
Position may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work
Some travel may be required
REQUIRED
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing for Licensed Practical Nurses
Current State of Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse
Current CPR certification
Required Computer Software/Equipment used:
Various operating systems
Standard office equipment
Microsoft Suite applications
Desktop, laptop and/or iPad
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Standard medical equipment
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:
Supervises support staff including training, scheduling and assigning work, reviewing performance, recommending salary increases, promotions or discharges and assists in problem solving for staff
Occasionally needs manager's direction due to extraordinary circumstances
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Audio-Visual:
Good
Hearing:
Good
Ability to lift to 40 pounds
Pathogens:
Risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contagious illnesses
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling ,use of hands
Work is typically performed in a standard long-term care facility; well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlled
Above-average conversational noise is frequent
Position may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work
Must be able to speak and write in English
Travel may be required
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
This Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. This Organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.
Education Required
- Technical/other training or better in Nursing
Preferred
- Associates or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications Required
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Preferred
- CPR Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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