Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Job Description

Day Shift (8 : 00 AM - 4 : 00 PM) : On weekends

• Morning Routine and Medication Administration :
• Conduct morning assessments. LPNS must conduct rounds and ensure that all residents
• Administer all medications safely
• Refill medications and check for expired medications
• Ensure medication delivery. Document Medications on incoming medications log binder.
• Ensure proper documentation of medications administered and any observations.
• Document PRNS and the effect of PRN medications with approval from the RN
• Reassess individuals' PRN
• Progress notes on each shift
• Review bowel movement and sign
• Review Vital signs chart and sign
• Review turning and position and sign off
• Personal Care and Hygiene :
• Assist residents with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Monitor skin integrity and report any concerns to the Registered Nurse (RN) or healthcare provider.
• Any individuals with skin integrity concerns should have daily progress notes
• Meal Preparation and Nutrition :
• Conduct meal observations and complete the form.
• Monitor food intake and address any dietary restrictions or special needs.
• Ensure Fluid intake is done as required and documentation is completed.
• Activities and Therapy Sessions :
• Monitor turning and repositioning and ensure documentation
• Encourage resident participation and monitor for any changes in behavior or mood.
• Documentation and Communication :
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily activities, vital signs, and any incidents.
• Communicate effectively with other team members, including RNs, caregivers, and support staff.
• Report and Handover :
• Compile a detailed shift report summarizing resident activities, health status changes, and any incidents.
• Conduct a thorough handover to the Evening shift LPN / RN / Designee, including any updates or concerns.
• Review All flow sheets and sign off

Evening Shift (4 : 00 PM - 12 : 00 AM) :

Night Shift (12 : 00 AM - 8 : 00 AM) :

General Responsibilities (All Shifts) :

ALL LPNS are responsible for conducting reviews on all flowsheets including but not limited to bowel movement, seizure charts, sleep charts, vital signs, fluid intake, repositioning chart, and menses charts.

All abnormal findings will be reported to the RN for further directives.

The shift report will be made on the communication logbook and the communication logbook must be reviewed and signed off each day.

All contacts with RNs will be documented on the alert form. Statements will be collected if needed.

All consultants from clinics, urgent care, and Emergency room visits will be placed in the incoming medical binder for RN to review.