LPN - Direct Resident Care & Med Administration

Noland Health Services, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Noland Health Services, Inc. in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct resident care in accordance with the care plan, policies, and nursing standards.

The role involves admitting, monitoring, documenting, and coordinating with the Resident Care Coordinator and medical staff. This position requires current Alabama LPN licensure and CPR certification within 30 days of employment; one year healthcare facility experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama LPN license
• One year health care facility experience preferred
• CPR certification required within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required and inform staff.
• Check residents regularly to observe and evaluate physical and emotional status.
• Direct Nursing/Resident Care Assistants in the performance of their responsibilities and report concerns to the Resident Care Coordinator.
• Document according to policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Chart nurse’s notes in a descriptive, legible manner reflecting care and resident responses.
• Report discrepancies, problems, and issues regarding resident care to the Resident Care Coordinator.
• Transcribe and/or check physician orders to ensure orders are executed.
• Administer and document medication administration per physician’s orders.
• Complete assessments on all assigned residents on each shift.
• Report residents’ condition and shift occurrences to oncoming staff.
• Communicate with physicians, residents, families and nursing staff all pertinent information.
• Provide direct care to residents as needed in accordance with the care plan and standards.
• Perform other duties including special projects as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Alabama LPN license

Job description

Noland Health Services, Inc. in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct resident care in accordance with the care plan, policies, and nursing standards.

The role involves admitting, monitoring, documenting, and coordinating with the Resident Care Coordinator and medical staff. This position requires current Alabama LPN licensure and CPR certification within 30 days of employment; one year healthcare facility experience is preferred.