The LPN is responsible for working with the Health Director/ RN in implementing the health services component of the adult medical day care program. S/he will work in team relationship with RN to contribute to the nursing process by providing routine patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician in accordance within accordance with but not limited to the Maryland Nurse Practice Act 10.27.10.02 (a) The LPN must be in a “Team Relationship” means the practicing of a licensed practical nursing only with at least one licensed health professional who is not a licensed practical nurse.
Schedule: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (15 hours per week)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides necessary and physician ordered nursing services to participants. Evaluates health status on a daily basis. Assesses health complaints as reported by participants.
- Responsible for proper clinical documentation. Documents all incidents and significant changes in health status. Records all follow up with physicians and families. Case load is determined by Health Director.
- Responsible for ensuring medications are dispensed, recorded and updated. Educates participants about medications, their purpose, side effects, and doses.
- Assists Health Director/ RN in obtaining current physician's orders on each participant. Informs primary care physicians of changes in health status. Works with doctors to ensure provision of adequate care.
- Participates in the interdisciplinary treatment team in the implementing of individual plans of care for each participant. Implements prescribed treatments and approaches. Contributes to the Update care plans as required by the Center's policies. Participates in family conferences.
- Maintains adequate stock of nursing supplies.
- Assists with supervision nursing assistants. Inform Health Director when incidence with staff occurs.
- Reports to Health Director/ RN of any changes and of work completed
qualifications:
- Licensed Practicing Nurse in the State of Maryland.
- Knowledge of various disease processes that affect the elderly, including Stroke, Alzheimer's, Diabetes, Cancer, and heart disease.
- Good documentation and oral communication skills.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
- Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literate
