LPN - Charge Nurse, Prescott, AZ

Assignment : 24 month



Job Summary:

• This position is responsible to perform the following according to location standards, procedures and individualized resident care plans.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with formulating a plan of care for residents in pertinent area.


• Provides nursing care to residents according to physician orders and regulations.


• Updates plan of care when needed.


• Observes and documents observations and care given to residents.


• Uses the EMR accurately.


• Assures physicians are notified and orders are processed.


• Receives and shares information; observes and reports residents’ conditions.


• Responds promptly to resident call lights.


• Directs and assists with resident, family/significant other education.


• Notifies family on condition changes etc.


• Handles linens properly and disposes of soiled linens, clothing or supplies in adherence to regulations and guidelines.


• Uses standard precautions by using personal protective equipment and observes transmission guidelines, washes hands between resident cares.


• Reports / assures timely follow up of signs / symptoms of resident infections.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.


• Prior work experience in like or related position may be helpful.


• Licensure for state of practice is required.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and familiarity with the therapeutic effects and side effects of all medications administered.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will operate/activate/use/prepare/inspect/place/detect/position objects, tools, or controls.


• The employee will frequently communicate/express oneself/exchange/observe/assess/detect information relative to this position.


• The employee is required to maintain a stationary position/move/position self in response to job tasks.


• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Accommodations:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


• Frequency of travel may vary based on business need.

Weight Lifting Requirement: 35 lbs.