Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Chattahoochee, FL
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Job Location:
Chattahoochee, WV - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Mustbe at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
* Musthold unencumbered licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
* Oneyear of nursing experience strongly preferred.
* Mustbe CPR certified or able to complete training.
* Mustbe able to complete full orientation at time of hire.
* Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of position including ability to liftand carry 20 lbs. remain alert while on duty and work 16-hour shifts onoccasion.
CANDIDATE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assess resident complaints and determine action notifying supervisor when necessary.
* Admit and transfer residents to and from other units or outside sources.
* Administer oral and/or injectable medication and controlled medications in accordance with facility policy and within their scope of practice as defined by Florida law.
* Observe for side effects or adverse effects to medication and report to assigned supervisor or further assessment and treatment.
* Prepare paperwork as required for consults within facility and outside appointments.
* Coordinate residents appointments with unit staff to ensure medications are appropriately timed as need for resident movement to and from the unit.
* Provide emergency medical/psychiatric treatment within scope of practice as defined by facility and Florida law and notifying supervisor for further assistance.
* Completeincident reports factually and objectively within the appropriate time frameas defined by the facility.
* Completeprogress notes on resident care within the appropriate time frame as defined bythe facility.
* Advocate for residents recovery and safety.
* Maintain appropriate and professional behavior during interactions with residents supervisors and other staff members.
* Display professionalism throughout employment including but not limited to arriving to work on time maintaining an accurate time sheet and maintaining professional appearance as defined by facility policy.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
