Resident Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Positions

RN and LPN Administrative Functions

• Responsible to be knowledgeable of the mission and philosophy of the organization within the scope of responsibilities
• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility
• Cooperate with other resident services to ensure that the resident’s total regimen of care is maintained
• Ensure that all nursing service personnel are following their respective job descriptions

Charting and Documentation

• Fill out and complete accident/incident reports and submit to RN Supervisor as required
• Charting nurses notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident as well as the resident’s response to the care
• Record new/changed diet orders
• Transcribe physician’s orders to resident charts, medication cards, treatment/care plans and computer, as required
• Complete monthly nursing summaries
• Maintain weekly treatment summaries on skin problem areas

Drug Administration Functions

• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician
• Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment
• Notify the attending physician of automatic stop order prior to the last dosage being administered
• Notify the Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift

Personnel Functions

• Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks
• Review complaints and grievances made or filed by your assigned personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Supervisor as required or as may be necessary.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift
• Monitor that all employees are treated fairly and with respect.

Nursing Care Functions

• Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignments, etc.
• Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions.
• Make independent decisions concerning nursing care.
• Participate in the orientation of new residents and family members to the facility
• Admit, transfer and discharge residents as necessary
• Monitor seriously ill residents as necessary
• Report problem areas to the Supervisor and Dietary Supervisor

Education

• Must possess current Pennsylvania License as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Resident Nurse (RN)

Experience

• Three months experience required

Specific Requirements

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.