LPN Med Cart Nurse

Company: Summerford Health and Rehab
Location: Falkville
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Summerford Health and Rehab -
Competitive pay -
New Medical Insurance
$6,500 - $7,500 Sign-on bonus - Start receiving payout on first full pay period
Referral bonuses available

Job Types: -Full-Time, Part-Time
Available Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend availability, Holiday, Overtime, 12 hour shift, 8 hour shift
Pay: $20 - $24.50 per hour -
Supplemental pay types: -Differential pay, No frills pay, Attendance Bonus, Overtime pay
Benefits:


401K
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay

Position Code: 9 - - - Department: Nursing 4302
FLSA: Hourly Non-Exempt - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Generally Reports to: RN Supervisor
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
SUMMARY -
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) [referred to as LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse - in some states] provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LPN / LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
Administers medications and treatments,
Participates in the care planning process.
Supervises Nursing Assistants, oversees ADLs and documentation.
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. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
Valid State licensure as an LPN / LVN.
Current CPR certification.

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists RN Charge Nurses in supervision of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and others whom they are administratively or professionally responsible for. - Assists with completing annual evaluations for potential merit increases for direct reports.
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 will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. 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.
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