Job Openings >> Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Gainesville, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Gainesville, FL
Summary
Title:Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Gainesville, FL
ID:8332052
Description

* Assess resident complaints and determineaction, notifying supervisor when necessary.

* Admitand transfer residents to and from other units or outside sources.

* Administeroral and/or injectable medication and controlled medications in accordance withfacility policy, and within their scope of practice as defined by Florida law.

* Observefor side effects or adverse effects to medication and report to assignedsupervisor, or further assessment and treatment.

* Preparepaperwork as required for consults within facility and outside appointments.

* Coordinateresidents’ appointments with unit staff to ensure medications are appropriatelytimed as need for resident movement to and from the unit.

* Provideemergency medical/psychiatric treatment within scope of practice as defined byfacility 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.

* Advocatefor residents’ recovery and safety.

* Maintain appropriate and professionalbehavior during interactions with residents’, supervisors, and other staffmembers.

* Display professionalism throughoutemployment including, but not limited to, arriving to work on time, maintainingan accurate timesheet, and maintaining professional appearance as defined byfacility policy.

ApplicantStack powered by Swipeclock