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 plan
Manage Medicare and Medicaid
Supervise nursing assistants
Chart nurses' notes
Prepare and administer medications
Participate in staff development
Nice-to-have
Warm, personal interest atmosphere
Positive emphasis and calm environment
Supportive team member
Willingness to handle difficult residents
Key Requirements
LPN/LVN license in this state
Current CPR certification
Nursing Degree from accredited college or university
Graduate of approved LPN/LVN program
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English