LPN

Cape Cod Healthcare; Falmouth (MA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Healthcare is seeking a dedicated LPN to provide direct nursing care at JML Care Center in Falmouth, Massachusetts. This full-time position involves supervising nursing assistants and ensuring quality care for residents. Duties include administering medications, documenting care, and participating in facility surveys.

The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree or be a graduate of an approved LPN program, possess a valid LPN license, and have BLS/CPR certification. The role requires teamwork, leadership skills, and a compassionate disposition.

This position offers a 40-hour work week with rotating days, every other weekend, and rotating holidays.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered, active LPN license to practice in Massachusetts.
• BLS / CPR and AED Program Certification required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise nursing assistants.
• Administer medications and verify resident identities.
• Participate in facility surveys and maintain resident confidentiality.

Skills

Nursing care

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Education

Nursing Degree or approved LPN program

Job description

Purpose of Position: Provide direct nursing care to the residents, and supervise the day‑to‑day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants, in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility. Ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Description

Direct the day‑to‑day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long‑term care facility.

• Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts’ services, programs, and activities.
• Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, transfer, and/or discharge.
• Encourage attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies.
• Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians’ Order Form.
• Transcribe physician’s orders to resident charts, cardex, medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required.
• Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to the care.
• Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc.
• Must participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested.
• Must perform nursing administrative functions as outlined in the job description.
• Must be able to thoroughly chart and document by completing and filing required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, transfer and or discharge.
• Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility.
• Make rounds with physicians as necessary.
• Consult with the resident’s physician in providing the resident’s care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary.
• Review the resident’s chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
• Must be able to perform all tasks as an LPN pertaining to the Drug Administration tasks of the job, as outlined in the job description.
• Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor.
• Administer professional services such as; catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, care for the dead/dying, etc., as required.
• Collects samples, such as urine, blood, and sputum, from patients for testing and performs routine laboratory tests on samples.
• Take and record TPRs, blood pressures, etc., as necessary.
• Check foods brought into the facility by the resident’s family/visitors to ensure that it is within the resident’s dietary allowances. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor and Dietary Supervisor.
• Provides health care instruction to patient and family members.
• Must maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information; and adhere to Resident’s rights.
• Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN program.

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active LPN license to practice as an LPN in this state.
• BLS / CPR and AED Program Certification is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age‑related needs of the residents served.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and meet all other physical and sensory requirements of the job.

Schedule Details: 40 Hours Per Week, Rotating Days, Every Other Weekend & Rotating Holidays

Organization: JML Care Center

Primary Location: Massachusetts-Falmouth

Department: JML-Nursing - Naushon

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: 33 - 42