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.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician, verifying the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in service training classes that provide instructions on “how to do the job,” and ensure a well educated nursing service department.
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 schedules
Direct nursing assistants
Chart nurses' notes
Prepare and administer medications
Participate in employee evaluations
Nice-to-have
Maintain a calm environment
Develop good rapport with interdepartmental personnel
Be willing to seek new methods
Handle difficult residents with patience
Key Requirements
Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN
Current CPR certification
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals