Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Licensed Practical Nurse administers medically prescribed treatment, coordinates nursing care, and monitors the performance of acceptable standards of nursing care on his/her assigned nursing unit.

The Licensed Practical Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served on his/her unit – adult through geriatric. The Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.

Type of supervision exercised: Team Leader. Jobs reporting to this position: Nurse Aides.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of one (1) year of satisfactory experience in geriatric setting preferred.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check

and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable).

Possession of a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required OR eligible for such licensure.

CPR Certification required or must be obtained and must be maintained.

Must maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Allied Services.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff, residents and visitors.

Good management skills required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy Work: duties require exerting 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.

Position requires ability to transport self throughout facility.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:

Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.

Exposure to needle sticks possible.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in resident living areas.

Required Skills

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB: | | | | E = Essential Element                      NE = Nonessential Element | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 40% Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents to | | the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, RN, Unit Manager and/or | | nursing supervisor), and records those observations accurately and | | concisely. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 25% Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the | | resident’s needs and the personnel’s capabilities and qualifications, | | and assigns other duties as needed. Assists team members in giving care | | to residents or administers direct care when needed. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 15% Provides for exceptional customer service, utilizing interpersonal | | communication skills and behavior management skills, including positive | | reinforcement. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Administers medication and performs treatments to assigned residents. | | Administers IV’s and IV medications in accordance with policies and | | procedures.   (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Participates in orientation of new personnel and in committees for | | improvement of nursing care. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Participates in team conferences. Contributes to the nursing care | | plans and shift reports. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 3% Assists physicians with examinations, treatments, special tests and | | procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse.   (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 2% Answers call lights. Assists residents with personal hygiene and | | other activities of daily living. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Demonstrates an adherence to and knowledge of infection control and | | safety measures. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Attends meetings as necessary. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that | | equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner/environment. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Assumes other duties as directed by the Unit Manager. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+

Required Experience

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB: | | | | E = Essential Element                      NE = Nonessential Element | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 40% Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents to | | the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, RN, Unit Manager and/or | | nursing supervisor), and records those observations accurately and | | concisely. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 25% Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the | | resident’s needs and the personnel’s capabilities and qualifications, | | and assigns other duties as needed. Assists team members in giving care | | to residents or administers direct care when needed. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 15% Provides for exceptional customer service, utilizing interpersonal | | communication skills and behavior management skills, including positive | | reinforcement. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Administers medication and performs treatments to assigned residents. | | Administers IV’s and IV medications in accordance with policies and | | procedures.   (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Participates in orientation of new personnel and in committees for | | improvement of nursing care. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Participates in team conferences. Contributes to the nursing care | | plans and shift reports. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 3% Assists physicians with examinations, treatments, special tests and | | procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse.   (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 2% Answers call lights. Assists residents with personal hygiene and | | other activities of daily living. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Demonstrates an adherence to and knowledge of infection control and | | safety measures. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Attends meetings as necessary. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that | | equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner/environment. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Assumes other duties as directed by the Unit Manager. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+