Highland Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -
LVN
PURPOSE
A LVN provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (Rns).
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
Valid State licensure as an LVN.
Current CPR certification.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status. Administers medications and treatments.
Participates in the care planning process.
Supervises certified nursing assistants.
Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident's conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal
regulations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his/her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.