Licensed Practical Nurse - Med Admin & Care Coordination

The Orchard Ltd; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orchard Ltd in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Staff LPN to support resident care under the Director of Nurses. You will administer medications, verify physician orders, and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.

You will participate in care plan meetings, communicate with residents' families, and supervise aides to maintain high-quality, compassionate care in a secure environment.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Director of Nurses
• Maintain knowledge of each resident from biosketch and family interview
• Participate in Resident care plan meetings
• Accept & verify resident medications delivered from pharmacy
• Verify receipt of physician orders for medications and other treatments
• Administer medications per physician's order
• Clarify physician orders as needed by calling the physician or his/her designee
• Insure all medication documentation is current and correct
• Insure medication room is completely stocked with all required medications as ordered
• Insure medication room is secured at all times
• Follow facility policies regarding disposal of medications
• Communicate with resident family members and other legal representatives in a courteous, professional manner
• Supervises and gives direction to aides

Job description

The Orchard Ltd in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Staff LPN to support resident care under the Director of Nurses. You will administer medications, verify physician orders, and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.

You will participate in care plan meetings, communicate with residents' families, and supervise aides to maintain high-quality, compassionate care in a secure environment.