LPN FT/ PT 11pm-7am

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the completion of the nursing schedule under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing. Maintains all records and performs all secretarial work within the nursing department.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSA. Job Knowledge and Role Responsibilities:1) Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents with regard staffing and secretarial duties in the nursing department.2) Attends all mandatory in-services by employee’s anniversary date.3) Acts appropriately under the direction of the Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.4) Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in work schedule to meet facility and department needs.5) Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program when performing work functions.B. Administrative Responsibilities:1) Coordinates and manages staffing schedule and job assignments according to nursing department budgetary guidelines and needs. Contacts personnel to fill-in when there is an absence of another staff member.2) Provides clerical support to the nursing department, which may include answering telephones for the department/unit, maintaining medical records, and preparing special reports.3) Maintains all files within the Nursing Department.4) Orders all supplies required by the nursing department.5) Performs all backup for each PRI submission and the computerized MDS/care plan system.C. Role Responsibilities-Interpersonal Skills:1) Is aware of, and adheres to, Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information.2) Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive and calm manner.3) Addresses employee satisfaction issues immediately and assists in resolving the matter in a professional manner.4) Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law.5) Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful and enthusiastic attitude.D. Role Responsibilities-Safety:1) Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguisher, etc.)2) Understands and can demonstrate knowledge of role in Fire and Disaster drills.3) Demonstrates ability to identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts.4) Uses facility equipment safely.5) Recognizes, removes, and/or reports potential hazards.E. Resident Care Responsibilities-Resident Dignity:1) Addresses residents in a respectful manner.2) Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only.F. Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing.