Licensed Practical Nurse

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Job Summary:

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or designee and in compliance with state statutes and regulations governing the practice of nursing the LPN will provide direct handson highquality nursing care in accordance with established policies procedures and physician orders.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct handson care following the plan of care physician orders and nursing standards of practice.

Conduct patient/resident teaching per their needs and standards of care.

Accurately document assessments care teaching and observations in the medical record.

Develop implement evaluate and update individualized interdisciplinary care plans.

Supervise and monitor Medication Aides ensuring appropriate action for any medication effects or interactions.

Assist physicians during rounds exams and treatments as needed.

Train evaluate and monitor subordinates ensuring adherence to policies procedures and regulations.

Foster a cooperative and respectful environment with team members families visitors and volunteers.

Conduct nursing rounds consult with medical staff and communicate patient/resident care needs during shift changes.

Assist with the admissions/referrals process and preadmission reviews/assessments.

Maintain confidentiality of department patient/resident and employee information per privacy laws and regulations.

Inform relevant parties of any change in patient/resident condition and initiate appropriate followup.

Report any suspicion/allegation of abuse neglect or misappropriation of property immediately.

Participate in the admission transfer and dismissal of patients/residents completing all related documentation.

Treat patients/residents coworkers and the public with dignity and respect at all times.

Mentor new employees and agency personnel ensuring they function within their scope of practice.

Encourage and support patient/resident independence and personal choices.

Investigate and address complaints or suggestions from patients/residents coworkers or the public.

Promote and maintain a clean and safe environment and address malfunctioning equipment promptly.

Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies and adhere to safety protocols.

Attend and participate in staff development and other educational programs.

Engage in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Represent DCHC positively to community agencies nursing schools and the general public.

Maintain regular predictable and consistent attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Diploma from an accredited college or university in nursing.

Current LPN license from Nebraska or a compact state recognized by the Nebraska Board of Nursing.

Certification in basic life support/cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or complete certification within the required timeframe.

Preferred experience in healthcare environments including acute care skilled rehabilitation skilled nursing and/or longterm care.

Preferred experience using an Electronic Health Care Record system.

Completion of preemployment drug screen criminal records check and health review including physical abilities assessment.

Annual health review completion.

Current CPR

Covid Vaccination or Declination/Waiver

Syra Health Corp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity religion sex national origin age veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.