LPN Med Care Manager FT

Vetted Solutions; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking an LPN Medication Nurse to provide licensed nursing support in senior care settings, administering medications, observing residents, and ensuring precise documentation. Responsibilities include following physician orders, maintaining MAR/TAR accuracy, transcribing orders, and reporting adverse reactions promptly to safeguard resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, collaborative with care teams, and committed to high standards

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Experience in senior care or medication administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor symptoms and respond to changes in resident health
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance standards
• Support care plan updates and transcribe physician orders
• Conduct health and service updates and report changes

Skills

LPN license

CPR and First Aid

Assessment & documentation

Senior care experience

Job description

Role Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medication Nurse provides licensed nursing support in senior care settings by administering medications, monitoring residents' health, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation. They are responsible for following physician orders, adhering to the Six Rights of Medication Administration, documenting in MAR/TAR, and reporting any adverse reactions or refusals promptly. The role involves conducting health updates, transcribing physician instructions, observing physical, emotional, or cognitive changes, and maintaining medication carts with compliance standards. This position plays a vital role in preventing medication errors, early detection of health issues, and safeguarding resident safety through clinical precision and regulatory adherence.

Role Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medication Nurse provides licensed nursing support in senior care settings by administering medications, monitoring residents' health, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation. They are responsible for following physician orders, adhering to the Six Rights of Medication Administration, documenting in MAR/TAR, and reporting any adverse reactions or refusals promptly. The role involves conducting health updates, transcribing physician instructions, observing physical, emotional, or cognitive changes, and maintaining medication carts with compliance standards. This position plays a vital role in preventing medication errors, early detection of health issues, and safeguarding resident safety through clinical precision and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications And Skills

• Active LPN license in good standing
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Strong assessment and documentation skills
• Experience in senior care or medication administration preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor symptoms and respond to changes in resident health
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance standards
• Support care plan updates and transcribe physician orders
• Conduct health and service updates and report physical, emotional, or cognitive changes

This role demands clinical precision, regulatory adherence, and a compassionate approach to resident care, contributing to a safe and supportive environment for seniors.