LPN PM Nurse

Avina of Kenosha; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Avina of Kenosha in Wisconsin seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or registered nurse (RN) to provide quality nursing care to residents and supervise day-to-day nursing functions performed by Nursing Assistants, coordinating all aspects of a resident's care with other disciplines in the center.

The role requires maintaining licensure in Wisconsin, adhering to state and federal regulations, and supporting a smooth Admission/Discharge process and ongoing resident advocacy.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as an RN or LPN in Wisconsin.
• Experience supervising Nursing Assistants and coordinating care.
• Willing to learn EMR and adapt to changes in processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Admission/Discharge process
• Complete accident/incident reports and follow up investigations
• Transcribe physician orders and document resident information; notify physician and family as needed
• Review medication orders for accuracy
• Learn Electronic Medical Record system and adapt to changes
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician
• Participate in Care Conferences and update Care Plans
• Develop and maintain good working rapport with disciplines to meet resident needs
• Participate in continuing education programs
• Deal tactfully with residents, families, staff, and the public

Skills

Nursing Supervision

Medication Administration

EMR Knowledge

Care Planning

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

Job description

$15,000.00 Sign on bonus paid out over 2 years. Must maintain a Full Time status on shift.

Job Summary

The Primary Purpose of this job is to provide Quality Nursing Care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing functions performed by the Nursing Assistants and coordinate all aspects of a resident's care with other disciplines in the center. Job duties are in accordance with the current Federal and State Regulations that govern the center.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Admission/Discharge process
• Complete accident/incident reports, follow up investigation process
• Transcribe Physician orders, document all resident information as necessary, notifying physician and family as needed. Review medication orders for completeness of information and accuracy
• Be willing to learn Electronic Medical Record system and be flexible to change as needed
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician
• Be familiar with the Care Planning Process and participate in Care conferences, updating as needed
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with all disciplines to ensure that all aspects of resident needs can be adequately maintained
• Be willing to participate in continuing education programs
• Must be currently Licensed to practice as an RN/LPN in this state
• Should be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
• Required licenses or certifications:
  Licensed Practical Nurse
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