Licensed Practical Nurse

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The LPN is responsible for the delivery of quality nursing care to all residents through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse provides care, completes documentation, administers medication, and fulfills other duties related to effective ad appropriate care according to established policies, state and federal regulations, and other established guidelines of the facility.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Ensures medication orders are accurate and administers medication according to orders.
• Monitors and assesses medical needs of the residents and responds as indicated.
• Responds to emergencies involving medical and psychiatric issues.
• Complies with federal HIPAA regulations and practice policies for the privacy and securities of patient information; explains the law and our privacy policies as needed; maintains appropriate documentation of access to medical records.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education

An Associates’ Degree from an accredited school of Nursing is required.

Current licensure in good standing with the state of Kentucky is required.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in mental health setting preferred but not required.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Physical requirements:

● Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, stop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms.

● Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

● Specific visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Responds promptly and appropriately to customer requests and needs, following and explaining all legal requirements regarding the release of protected medical information.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrates ability to correctively utilize:

● Medical terminology

● Medical Records and Coding

● ICD9/ICD10

● CPT and HCPCS codes

● Medicare and Medicaid regulations and guidelines

● DSM V

● Admission and continued stay criteria related to Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills by communicating clearly and effectively with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrates teamwork by assisting other departments as indicated and assisting them with their needs as they pertain to the resident medical record.
• Treats all internal and external customers with respect.
• Works ethically and with integrity, upholding the facility values in demeanor and behavior.

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person