Req# 28089 Aultman Health Foundation, Canton, OH AULTMAN HOSPITAL Aultman Health Foundation Full Time, Day/Afternoon rotating, 7a-3p, 3p-11p, Every 3rd Weekend + Every Other Holiday All part or full-time candidates are eligible to receive up to $4,000 sign on bonus! Apply to learn more about this opportunity! Overview of Role The licensed practical nurse is a staff nurse who provides direct, primary nursing care to residents and delegates and supervises the care provided by certified nursing assistants. Qualifications * Current LPN/LVN licensure in the state * At least one year of nursing experience * Continuing education or special preparation or experience in gerontological and/or long-term care nursing desirable. Major Responsibilities Administrative 1. Meets with members of the interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, coordinate, and evaluate residents' care. 2. Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner. 3. Receives and records physicians' orders. 4. Communicates staffing problems and needs to the charge nurse. 5. Develops work assignments for nursing assistants and other subordinate staff. 6. Assure subordinate staff complies with job descriptions. 7. Reports problems and complaints to the charge nurse. 8. Provides feedback to nurse managers regarding performance of nursing assistants. 9. Receives and provides end of shift report. 10. Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge of residents. 11. Serves on and participates in committees as assigned. 12. Assures nursing assistants comply with policies and procedures. 13. Reports maintenance and housekeeping needs. 14. Identifies and reports needs for supplies and equipment. 15. Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality assurance activities. 16. Adheres to professional codes of ethics. Clinical 1. Greets and admits new residents. 2. Makes rounds with physicians and other team members as needed. 3. Assesses residents and assists in completion of Minimum Data Set. 4. Participates in developing, implementing, and revising residents' care plans. 5. Coordinates residents' care activities. 6. Identifies and reports changes in residents' status to physicians, responsible family members, and supervisory nursing staff. 7. Recommends, communicates, and implements changes in residents' care plans. 8. Communicates care activities and changes to other team members. 9. Responds to emergency situations. 10. Communicates and coordinates care with residents and their families/significant others. 11. Administers treatments and other direct care. * Prepares and administers medications as prescribed. * Observes and evaluates residents' responses to medications. * Identifies and promptly communicates adverse drug reactions. * Maintains narcotic records accurately. * Orders or arranges for ordering of pharmaceuticals. * Notifies physicians of automatic stop orders. * Notifies charge nurse or supervisor of discrepancies in drug inventories. 12. Collects specimens as ordered. 13. Implements restorative and rehabilitative nursing programs. 14. Respects residents' rights; protects residents from abuse and neglect. 15. Assists with emergencies; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation. 16. Assures residents have documented advanced directives and residents' preferences are respected. Education 1. Communicates educational needs of staff to staff development coordinator and supervisors. 2. Participates in the orientation of new employees. 3. Provides instruction to staff as needed. 4. Provides education to residents and families. 5. Attends continuing education programs to maintain competency and improve knowledge and skills. Staff Care 1. Monitors and evaluates unit's staff efficiency; identifies inefficiencies and pla