Administer patient assessments, oversee the assessment process, setting the assessment schedules and assuring that assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner
Job Summary
Administer patient assessments, oversee the assessment process, setting the assessment schedules and assuring that assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner.
Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician, verifying the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
Matching Summary
Administer patient assessments, oversee the assessment process, setting the assessment schedules and assuring that assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer patient assessments
Coordinate care plans
Manage Medicare and Medicaid schedules
Direct nursing assistants
Ensure compliance with policies
Chart nurses' notes
Administer medications
Provide direct nursing care
Maintain safety and sanitation
Nice-to-have
Supportive team member
Ability to make independent decisions
Patience and enthusiasm
Willingness to seek new methods
Good working rapport with interdepartmental personnel
Key Requirements
Current LPN/LVN license
Current CPR certification
English language proficiency
Ability to read technical procedures
Ability to relate information concerning resident's condition