Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Transcribes, documents, and implements physician's orders

Collects data to assist in nursing assessments during each shift

Gives daily shift report to CNAs assigned to the unit

Reviews written daily assignments for each resident on assigned unit

Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift

Provides care to residents, including making rounds at least once every two hours

Collaborates with Care Plan Coordinator to develop and maintain nursing care plans

Attends and participates in interdisciplinary resident care conferences

Assists attending physician with rounds and special procedures as needed

Participates in yearly written evaluations of nursing assistants

Assists Staff Development with orientation and on-the-job training for new nursing personnel

Collaborates with nursing supervisor in documenting disciplinary concerns for nursing assistants

Notifies nursing supervisor, resident's physician, and family of a change in the resident's condition or an accident/incident involving the resident

Assumes any duties assigned by the RN Supervisor/ADNS to provide optimal quality resident care

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Connecticut

Minimum of one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred

CPR certified

Ability to read, write, and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions

Fluent knowledge of the MS Office suite and other office equipment

Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment

Physically able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Behavioral Competencies

Accountability: demonstrates ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization's Mission and values

Communication: demonstrates ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner

Customer Service: demonstrates ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers

Leadership: demonstrates ability to proactively envision and implement organizational goals and to align resources to achieve those goals

Teamwork: demonstrates ability to establish effective relationships with both internal and external customers

Trust and Respect: demonstrates ability to be trustworthy and respectful of others, while respecting the needs of all residents, family, and coworkers

Working Conditions

Works in a well-lighted and ventilated work area

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required

Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately