LPN

Essential Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Regularly assess and chart the resident’s condition, monitoring for any significant change and generate appropriate internal and/or external response.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to assure the highest level of care for the resident and document all care appropriately.
• Lead and manage direct reports to assure the desired level of resident service, care, and satisfaction. Monitor and evaluate team member performance; provide coaching, training, and corrective actions as required. Assure equitable administration of policies, and compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Communicate medical data to physicians regarding resident’s condition. Collaborate with medical team, note physician’s orders, and coordinate with appropriate pharmacy and/or ancillary department team members to assure follow through with orders for testing, medication, or treatment as ordered.
• Document and complete monthly resident reports, transfer records, and weekly skin reports per Montereau policy and procedure, to assure a high quality of care is maintained and service documentation is maintained for billing accuracy.
• Assist Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) with personal care for the residents
• Prepare shift change reports and participate in walking rounds with oncoming shift and provide a daily briefing to assure a clear transition between shifts
• Educate residents, residents’ families, staff, and students, when applicable, on medical procedures to assure maximum effectiveness and continuity of care during a resident’s time with Montereau and following discharge.
• Immediately report any incident of resident abuse or neglect, or suspected resident abuse or neglect, to appropriate health services leadership.

Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies:

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Nurse Practice Act, Rules, and Regulations
• Strong knowledge of methods for administering medication, wound dressing, IV therapy, tube feedings, and flushes
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn new software systems (i.e., EMR, OnShift, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong communication skills to effectively and empathetically address critical health and end of life issues with a diverse resident population and family members
• Strong interpersonal skills and understanding of quality customer management and service
• Ability to effectively manage sensitive and confidential communications and information
• Solid analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with a diverse team, and third-party associates, including vendors, providers, and visitors.

Education and Experience:

• Active, unrestricted Oklahoma Practical Nursing License (required)
• CPR certification (required)
• Previous skilled nursing experience within a long-term care (LTC), assisted living, Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), or hospital environment is preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Extensive amount of walking, standing, and sitting, with a moderate amount of bending at the waist, kneeling, twisting/turning, reaching above the head and shoulders, and eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to routinely lift 35 pounds and push wheelchairs with loads of up to 300 pounds.
• Frequent use of ordinary communication, including normal levels of hearing and vision, including both near and far seeing, color discrimination, field of vision, and depth perception.
• Ability to use a computer or other office equipment for an extensive period of time.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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