LPN $3000 BONUS

Company: Park Rose Care Center
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: August 3, 2020

Job Description:

Responsible for resident services and other duties assigned, performing duties in conjunction with other staff and volunteers as appropriate. Duties include medication assistance/administration, nursing services, dining services and others as needed for resident well-being. Trains other staff as assigned.Adheres to and conveys philosophy of supporting dignity, privacy, independence, choice, individuality, and a home-like environment for residents.Acts as a lead trainer for staff, as instructed by Director of Nursing.Acts as on-call staff when requested by Director of Nursing.Provides back-up to Director of Nursing when needed. Receives and gives report from the previous shift.Reviews assignments with Director of Nursing and Administrator.Reads staff communication records, maintains familiarity with resident records, and documents in resident records as required.Evaluates health emergencies and determines emergency medical measures to be taken regarding resident care per LVN/LPN Scope of Practice and State Regulations.Assists with instrumental activities of daily living, ADL's, environmental orientation, assistance or administration with medication, treatments and other care while encouraging self-care and independence, as permitted by state regulations.Provides intermittent nursing services within scope of license and state regulations.Assists with setting up, serving meals, and cleaning up afterwards, as requested. Provides services as indicated on resident treatment and service plans.Assists residents moving in and out, as assigned.\--- Assists with laundry service as requestedDemonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control and safety procedures. Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff and visitors, including provision of housekeeping services for residents.Observes changes in resident status, needs or preferences, and communicates them appropriately to the Director of Nursing and/or Resident Care Manager.Observes other problems and communicates them appropriately.Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to procedures for fire, life safety, disaster, security, work, safety, and other emergency procedures.Assists with individual and group social recreational activities.Notifies physician, RN and/or designated agent(s) of resident status/change as appropriate. Receives and executes written and verbal orders from the physician or designated agent, as permitted by state regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.Must possess a current LPN license. License must be in good standings.Must have a minimum 1 year of experience as a supervisor in a healthcare setting.Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.

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