LPN/RN

Essential Functions

● Plans and delegates work assignments assuring effective shift coverage; Coordinates care on his/her shift ● Participates in and supervises the delivery of personal care to residents ● Implements the service plans and collects data regarding the health status of residents ● Acts as team leader for shift; Coaches and counsels' Care Partners regarding care practices and standards; Follows proper disciplinary procedures if Care Partners are not following residence policies and procedures; Writes disciplinary reports per residence protocol ● Always maintains professional demeanor when interacting with residents and families ● Uses tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations ● Reports any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to Director of Nursing and takes appropriate action ● Administers medications according to the physician order on the medication administration record (MAR) ● Documents medications administered on the MAR in accordance with company policy; Checks MARs immediately after administration and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate ● Conducts change of shift report with incoming/outgoing shift personnel ● Maintains security of medication cart and narcotic keys during entire shift; Conducts narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with RSL policy and procedure. ● Transcribes physician orders, reviews MAR's for accuracy, and notifies pharmacy of changes ● Responds to emergencies in a prompt, calm manner ● Orients and assists with on-the-job training of new associates and participates in evaluation of knowledge, skills, and abilities of associates on his/her shift; Reports findings to Director of Nursing ● Monitors e-call system equipment to ensure proper working condition and caregiver response to e-call to assure timely assistance ● Monitors and maintains resident charts; Reports significant changes in a resident's condition to the physician and responsible party and documents in the resident's chart all observations, follow through and any new orders/instructions from the physician ● Understands and uses Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, and other safety rules ● Operates designated medical equipment, copy, scan, and fax machines and telephone ● Documents and reports resident incidents as required by state regulations ● Other duties as assigned

Non-Essential Function ● Participates in and supports the resident-centered activities program ● Demonstrates the ability to function as a team member in sharing responsibilities for the administration of resident services in cooperation with all members of the team ● Keeps Director of Nursing informed of all changes in resident's health and/or any problems within the shift ● Participates in all staff meetings and attends other meetings as required ● Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process ● Performs other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience ● Graduate of accredited school of nursing ● Must be a licensed nurse in the State of Ohio ● Ability to read, write, and speak in English. ● Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases; Lifting, bending, and pushing medication carts about residence is required. ● Must be able to lift 40 pounds. ● Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor. ● Experience in Assisted Living preferred.