Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
Join our team as a Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse at Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Work alongside accomplished professionals. We are committed to providing preventative and restorative care to all residents and clients. Be a part of an organization you can be proud of.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
Provides care and directs the staff to follow the resident plan of care as determined by the Head Nurse.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
-Complies with nursing standards as established by N.H. Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and the facility.
-Supervises, delegates and evaluates the work performance of LNAs on the unit assigned and identifies learning needs. .
-Maintains resident privacy, dignity, confidentiality; promotes safe, comfortable environment.
-Performs and signs drug count at change of shift and documents according to RCNH policy.
-Assesses residents and identifies, reports and documents any change in resident's status.
-Assumes responsibility for documentation of self and LNAs, which meets RCNH policy standards and State/Federal requirements including nurse's notes and incident reports.
-Identifies and utilizes infection control techniques at all times in accordance with RCNH Policy and Standard Precautions.
-Assumes responsibility for all aspects of care related to admissions, transfers or discharges.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
-Must be a graduate of a state approved school of nursing and possess a valid New Hampshire LPN License.
-Must possess qualities of leadership and have a genuine interest in geriatric nursing
-Must possess ability to work harmoniously with others and delegate authority wisely.
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL:
-2nd Shift: $2.75/hour
-3rd Shift: $3.50/hour
-Weekend Premium: $2.00/hour
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.