What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN/LPN 7-3 position at Magnolia Ridge?
Position Overview
Provides care to residents in accordance with care plan as directed by physician’s orders, manages and directs nursing employees assigned to unit and follows the direction of nursing administration in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.
Basic Qualifications
Education and Certification: LPN or LVN degree from an accredited Nursing School; current licensure within the state of practice; CPR certification required.
Education and Certification: RN degree (ASN minimum) from an accredited college or nursing school; current RN licensure within the state of practice; CPR certification required.
Skills & Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language; must be involved in health care matters and projects with the community as needed; must have strong communication and presentation skills in both group and individual situations; must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to make independent decisions when necessary; must have the ability to follow nursing department guidelines as outlined by the facility and other regulations governing nursing services in a long-term care facility; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday; must be able to lift 40 lbs floor to waist; lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40 lbs.
Working Conditions
Primarily works in an office setting as well as throughout the nursing department; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions and possibly upset residents and family members; works regularly scheduled shifts in addition to weekends and holidays and other hours based on resident needs; primary responsibility is service to the residents but also deals with visitors, government personnel, etc.; participates in required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.