Summary:
Administers medication and coordinates medical needs of the Residents with physicians, Resident Care Director and family members. Observes, documents and reports significant changes in Residents' condition, recommending changes in care needs. Supervises Resident Service Aides/Medication Assistants., determines shift assignments, provides instruction to Resident Care staff and ensures care is provided as instructed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of standard nursing practices, and state and local regulations is required.
- Knowledge of medical records maintenance and the ability to handle emergency situations calmly and competently are required.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential. Supervisory skills necessary. Requires frequent lifting, bending, stretching and standing for long periods of time.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- One-year prior clinical experience is preferred. Supervisory experience preferred.
- Current L.P.N license in the state employed is required. CPR is required.