Licensed Practical Nurse

HarborChase of Boynton; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HarborChase of Boynton Beach is seeking a licensed nurse to provide direct and individual care to residents under the supervision of the Director of Resident Care. The role emphasizes adherence to nursing standards, state and federal regulations, and facility policies.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care on MAR, collaborating with physicians and the DRC, and ensuring a safe, respectful environment for residents.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and individual nursing care to assigned residents.
• Implements plan of care formulated by physician and DRC.
• Documents care provided accurately and timely on MAR.
• Assesses residents and communicates information to family/caregivers.
• Administers medications per physician orders and notes any adverse reactions.
• Assembles resident charts and ensures forms are complete and accurate.
• Prepares incident/accident reports and notifies physician and family as required.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment and follows standards.
• Assists residents in learning appropriate self-care activities.
• Organizes resources and supervises staff to meet residents' needs.
• Recognizes emergencies and initiates appropriate actions.
• Maintains resident confidentiality and rights.

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

Provides direct and individual nursing care to assigned residents based on nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Resident Care (DRC). Also maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures quality and safe delivery of health services to residents
• Implements plan of care formulated by physician and DRC
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of care given
• Assesses and provides resident and family/care giver information pertinent to diagnosis or plan of care
• Administers medication per physician orders. Documents properly on MAR. Observes for any adverse reaction and notifies physician accordingly
• Assembles resident charts, resident records and checks that all necessary forms are complete and accurate
• Prepares incident/accident reports for residents as needed per policy. Notifies physician and family post incident/accident per policy and documents appropriately
• Maintains safe and healthy working environment and uses safe work methods and procedures in accordance with clinical standards
• Assists resident in learning appropriate self-care activities
• Organizes and monitors associates and material resources necessary for meeting the needs of the residents under his/her care
• Recognizes emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiates appropriate action(s)
• Maintains confidentiality and resident rights regarding all resident personal information
• Performs any other duties requested by supervisor
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able
• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents