Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Job Description
• Performs delegated resident care tasks in a timely and efficient manner • Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by documenting and reporting care provided and changes in the resident’s condition to the appropriate person in a timely manner. • Anticipates, recognizes, reports and responds to changes in resident/patient condition. • Implements interventions based upon the physician's medical plan and standards of care including medication and treatments with knowledge of therapeutic intent. • Assists residents and families with care planning, education and referrals. • Follows regulatory and ministry standards, policies, procedures and precautions in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment. • Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate. • Assumes responsibility for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned neighborhood. • Provides support with Activities of Daily Living as needed. • Other duties as assigned.