Job description

LPN / RN JOB DESCRIPTION

APPLICANTS: After applying through this website, watch for an email from Home of the Flint Hills (noreply@mystaffingpro) and follow the link within to complete your application.

JOB TITLE: LPN / RN

DEPARTMENT: Nursing

REPORTS TO: Nursing Supervisor

Position Summary

The LPN/RN provides direct personal care services to Residents in the home and assures that all company policies and procedures, standards and Residents rights are observed during his/her assignment in the home.

Position Requirements

• Adhere to the Resident Assessment and Care Plan for each of the Residents in the home.
• Provide skilled personal assistance with bathing, dressing, oral care, grooming and any other assistance needed to assure that all personal needs are met completely, in a timely manner.
• Provide dignified assistance for incontinent residents.
• Administer medication to Residents in accordance with State regulations and training standards, assuring that all medication charts are kept up to date.
• Maintain an accurate Narcotic Count following the policies and procedures of the company. Any discrepancies will need to be communicated to the Nursing Supervisor immediately.
• Assess within your scope of profession (falls, skin tears, wounds, emergency situations, etc.) and communicate with residents DPOA/Emergency Contact and Doctors. Report end results to Nursing Supervisor and/or Operator, with proper documentation within nursing notes; including assessing the situation and determining the cause.
• Assurance that all Resident care logs, charts, records, journals, etc. are kept current.
• Be knowledgeable at all times regarding Resident behavior problems; effect and effectiveness of medications; changes in behavior, appetite, sleeping habits; doctor’s appointments; family outings; and other pertinent information. Document any significant events in nursing notes. Notify On Call or Nursing Supervisor, as determined necessary.
• Communicate with CMAs on medication changes, discontinued medications and behaviors.
• Communicate with CNAs on Resident Care changes.
• Keep the home clean, orderly, organized, and safe at all times, and does the laundry of the home and the Residents on a regular basis.
• Prepare meals according to the menu plans (including special dietary needs) and follow the daily schedule.
• Provides focused individual Resident interaction and activities in accordance with each Resident’s Assessment and Care Plan, assuring appropriate movement, exercise and mental stimulation for each Resident in the home.
• Is knowledgeable of KDADS care regulations and compliance requirements.
• Interact with Residents, families, and other staff in a professional manner.
• Participate in all required staff education meetings.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by Management.
• Monitor over condition of the property including yard, upkeep, trash removal, snow removal, etc. and refers all home or yard maintenance problems to the Management.
• Act in the best interest of Home of the Flint Hills at all times.
• Adheres to company appearance guidelines always when working in the home, attending a staff meeting or training session, or representing the company in any other capacity.
• Become knowledgeable of all the Company’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Currently certified and in good standing by the State of Kansas as a Licensed Practical Nurse or currently certified and in good standing by the State of Kansas as a Registered Nurse. Successful completion of HOTFH Orientation and Training Programs.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Heavy lifting with assistance + gait belt
• Bending
• Squatting
• Kneeling
• Twisting
• Repetitive motions (i.e. sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting)
• Pushing / Pulling a minimum of 50 pounds (i.e. moving furniture)
• Standing for long periods of time (min. 1 hour, i.e. passing meds, washing dishes, cooking, showering assistance)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x12

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint George, KS 66535: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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