LPN

BASIC FUNCTION

To deliver nursing care and provide active treatment to individuals who have developmental disabilities requiring long-term or rehabilitative care.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Assistant Director of Nursing using the state-specific Nurse Practice Act, Delta Manor Standards, Policies and Procedures, and nursing judgement.
2. Delivers nursing care to Residents requiring long-term or rehabilitative care.
3. Collects client data, makes observations, and reports pertinent information related to the care of the client.
4. According to state-specific regulations, implements the client plan of care, which includes active treatment and evaluates the client response.
5. In accordance with state-specific regulations, directs and supervises the care given by other personnel in selected situations.
6. Maintains knowledge of necessary documentation requirements.
7. Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and maintenance.
8. Maintains confidentiality and client rights, regarding all client/personnel information.
9. Provides client/family/responsible party education as directed.
10. Conducts self in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.
11. Works rotating shifts, holidays and weekends as scheduled.
12. Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., CPR, protects Residents from injury).
13. Performs other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduation from an approved basic educational program in nursing.
2. Current, active, and verified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Mississippi.
3. A minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in long-term, acute care, or intermediate care setting preferred.