Job Details

QUALIFICATIONS
In order to fulfill the job functions listed below an individual must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Communicate effectively in person, on the telephone, and in writing.
Possess current LPN license.
Minimum of one-year experience in health care field (Preferred).
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Requisition supplies, as needed.
Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
Immediately report malfunctioning or unsafe, or suspected malfunctioning or unsafe, equipment or conditions to supervisor.
Attend required in-services.
Attend required meetings.
Other duties as may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Comply with all Facility policies and procedures.
Comply with all policies and procedures as may be established by your Director.
Comply with shift standards, duties, and responsibilities.
Comply with all safety, universal precautions and infection control policies and procedures.
Ensure resident safety.
Present a friendly, calm, cooperative, positive manner.
Maintain LPN licensure in the State of Michigan.
Computer Knowledge/Medication Knowledge (uses, S/E's, contraindications)
Medical Terminology and Abbreviations
Fit tested for N95 mask unless failed evaluation or test
CPR Certification
Reports to the RN in charge.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
On occasion may need to lift up to 40 lbs.
Prompt and regular attendance.                                                                                  Ability to be mandated over scheduled hours up to legal limit.                                    May occasionally perform the duties of Nurse’s Aide.
Assume charge of the nursing unit in the absence of the RN, under the direction of a supervising nurse or in consultation with the Director of Nursing.
Give and receive report to and from other shifts.
Make rounds with physician and assist with examinations as necessary.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents. Report changes in resident condition to the RN or the physician. 
Prepare & administer medications as ordered by the physician; assure prescribed medication is properly administered.
Give injections and perform treatments as ordered; document observations.
Apply and change dressings and slings. Care for residents in casts or traction. Care for residents in isolation.
Perform glucometer reading