Job Details

ID #4315666
Estado Kentucky
Ciudad Lexington
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente Kentucky
Showed 2020-07-14
Fecha 2020-07-08
Fecha tope 2020-09-06
Categoría Salud
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Wilmore)

Kentucky, Lexington 00000 Lexington USA

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Summary / Objective

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs delegated duties under the direction of a Medical Doctor, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse to address physical and psychological activities of daily living for residents and actively participates in rehabilitation programs to support care.

Essential Functions

1. Prepares, administers, and documents oral and intramuscular medication. Initiates and maintains intravenous therapy. Ensures that there is an adequate supply of medical/treatment supplies.

2. Takes pulse, blood pressure, respirations, temperatures, and documents on flow charts as required.

3. Performs medical treatments such as dressing changes, catheter irrigations, wound care, enema, first aid treatment, and application of assistive device.

4. Assist residents with care needs such as grooming, toileting, and dining.

5. Assist residents with escorting of residents to medical appointments. Performs other duties as assigned.

6. Participates and adheres to administrative policy/procedures regarding safety, infection control, orientation, and education services.

7. Documents all required nursing/medical forms appropriately. Transcription of physician’s orders to medical/treatment records.

Competencies

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

2. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

3. Excellent time management skills.

4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

5. Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

6. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

7. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Supervisory Responsibility

In this position, you may be asked to supervise or assist Certified Nursing Assistants.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional environment. This role routinely uses medical equipment as well as standard office equipment.

This position involves inside work with no exposure to weather conditions. Exposure to infectious diseases may occur. May be asked/required to work overtime or alternate schedules.

Physical Demand

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time temporary position. Hours fluctuate.

Travel

Required to travel to obtain identification cards, and/or attend training.

Required Education and Experience

Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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