SUMMARY Assesses and evaluates the health status of resident / patient and provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders and standards of practice. The Registered Nurse (RN) works within the scope of practice as defined by the State. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Assesses patients by physical examination including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status. • Administers medications and treatments. • Participates in the care planning process and oversees implementation of the plan. • Supervises LVNs and Certified Nursing Assistants/Nursing Assistants. • Communicates with physicians regarding changes in conditions, diagnostic test results, etc. • Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy. • Educates patients and their families on health-related issues. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing • Valid State licensure as an RN • Current CPR certification SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises LVNs, Student Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Nursing Assistants PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information. Monitors and oversees facility’s efforts to comply with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information. JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW I understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties may be altered from time to time. SALARY RANGE: $51.00 to $55.00 PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
SUMMARY A Licensed Vocational Nurse provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within the scope of practice as defined by the State. The LVN works under the direction of physicians and Registered Nurses. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status. • Administers medications and treatments. • Participates in the care planning process. • Supervises LPNs and nursing assistants. • Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident’s conditions, diagnostic test results, etc. • Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy. • Educates patients and their families on health-related issues. • Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing • Valid State licensure as an LVN • Current CPR certification SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES • Certified Nursing Assistants, Nursing Assistants PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information. Monitors and oversee facility’s efforts to comply with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information. JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW I understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties may be altered from time to time.
SUMMARY Provides services and care for residents and patients. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Provides personal care and services such as: a) Assisting with activities of daily living (turning and positioning, toileting, bathing and grooming, feeding, and mobility) b) Obtains and records vital signs and weight as assigned. c) Accurately documents all care as required by company policy and in compliance with state and federal regulations. Provides non-resident services such as, but not limited to, washing wheelchairs and cleaning resident / patient areas in compliance with infection control procedures. Contributes to the resident assessment and care plan. Makes routine rounds on each assigned resident and patient in accordance with established procedures. Promptly communicates any significant changes in behavior or condition to supervisor. Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, or related experience and / or training. Successful completion of State-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education that meets state certification requirements. HOURLY WAGE RATE RANGE: $23.00 TO $25.00 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
