Licensed Practical Nurse

The Sands at South Beach - SUMMARY
Responsible for the overall operation and quality care of LTC residents.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Holds daily shift report with nursing assistants assigned to the unit prior to the start of the shift.
Reviews written daily assignments for each resident on assigned unit.
Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift
Makes rounds on assigned residents at least once every two hours
Administers medication and treatments according to the physician's orders.
Assumes responsibility for ordering medications
Collaborates with Care Plan Coordinator to develop and maintain nursing care plans and update these plans on a monthly basis
Assists the attending physician with rounds and special procedures as needed
Transcribes, documents and implements physician's orders
Contacts the resident's physician and family to notify them of a change in the resident's condition or accident/incident
Assumes independent responsibility for completing required routine documentation and auditing as required
Participates in the hiring, interviewing and orientation of nursing assistants
Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process

QUALIFICATIONS:

Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Florida
Knowledge of nursing theory and practice, including the administration of medication
Ability to read, write and comprehend English
CPR Certified