Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Title:           Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Onsite

 

 

 

 

Mandatory skills:

 

 

Gerontological, Geriatric nursing theory, practice,
aging process Practices, aging process procedures,
treatment plans,
pharmacology, medicines client laws, rules, regulations, governing general practical nursing, medical supplies, medications, dispensing thereof,
nursing regulations, medical emergencies, medical issues, medical inquiries,
2 Step TB Test,
oral, enteral, parenteral, suppository,
sterile, aseptic wound cleaning, dressing, postural drainage, percussion, tracheostomy, gastrostomy, jejunostomy care, catheter care    

 

 

Description:

 

 

Administer medication and perform treatments on an assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within scope of license. (Medications may be in a variety of forms including oral, enteral, parenteral, suppository, etc. and treatments may include sterile and aseptic wound cleaning and dressing, postural drainage and percussion, tracheostomy, gastrostomy and jejunostomy care, and catheter care.)

Observe and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments
Ensure an adequate amount of supplies and medication are available
Receive and deliver a variety of information regarding the resident's medical, social, functional, and other needs
Participate in the receiving and giving shift reports
Communicate with residents, family, and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team
Complete the initial admission nursing assessment tool on a newly admitted resident
Assist with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews and care plans
Maintain appropriate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, observations, treatment, and summary of resident progress.
Participate in our Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Attend and participate in staff meetings

Knowledge of:
Gerontological/Geriatric nursing theory and practice
Effects of the aging process Practices and procedures of team nursing
Practices and procedures for implementing treatment plans for resident/patient care
Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines client laws, rules and regulations governing general practical nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof 

Skills in:
Observing and reporting behavior and progress of residents/patients Applying and interpreting the client laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices.
Assisting in the development and implementation of patient care plans within a team nursing concept
Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal skills

Ability to:
Abide by nursing regulations
Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies
Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions and follow up regarding client health problems
Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner
Establish and maintain effective work relationships

Required Skills:
License - Active AZ LPN License

Preferred Skills:
2 Step TB Test

Notes:
Onsite
Schedule: 12 hour shifts, working PRN- AS NEEDED for Day and or Night Shift 6:00am-6:30pm or 6:30pm-6:00am
40 hours per week is not promised.

 

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.

 

Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Ramadas Kumaresan, Phone No: (847) 786-5904, Email: staffing10@viva-it.com

VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008