Job Information
ICONMA, LLC Skilled Nursing LPN Charge Nurs in United States
This position is responsible to perform the following according to location standards, procedures and individualized resident care plans.
Assists with formulating a plan of care for residents in pertinent area.
Provides nursing care to residents according to physician orders and regulations.
Updates plan of care when needed.
Observes and documents observations and care given to residents.
Uses the EMR accurately.
Assures physicians are notified and orders are processed.
Receives and shares information; observes and reports residents’ conditions.
Responds promptly to resident call lights.
Directs and assists with resident, family/significant other education.
Notifies family on condition changes etc.
Handles linens properly and disposes of soiled linens, clothing or supplies in adherence to regulations and guidelines.
Uses standard precautions by using personal protective equipment and observes transmission guidelines, washes hands between resident cares.
Reports / assures timely follow up of signs / symptoms of resident infections.
Support on the Unit:
CNA (Ratio: 1:5-6 Psych techs not CNAs).
Charge Nurse:
One RN team- leader on day/eves per unit; working on getting CRN support overnight.
Phlebotomy Lab comes every day and draws our blood, we do stats.
Charting System/Equipment:
EPIC must request approval from CRT if they do not have EPIC experience.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will operate/activate/use/prepare/inspect/place/detect/position objects, tools, or controls.
The employee will frequently communicate/express oneself/exchange/observe/assess/detect information relative to this position.
The employee is required to maintain a stationary position/move/position self in response to job tasks.
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Requirements
Knowledge: Knowledge and familiarity with the therapeutic effects and side effects of all medications administered.
BLS from American Heart Association.
Progress and documentation, admission screens (anything that says assessment on it an RN must do), minor wound care, EKGS (we train), glucometer, take telephone or verbal orders except restraints, acknowledge orders, vital signs, the Columbia suicide risk screen, end of shift report, log in patient belongings, screenings (except discharge planning RN).
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Prior work experience in like or related position may be helpful.
Licensure for state of practice is required.
BLS.
As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA prides itself on creating an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or disability.