Licensed Practical Nurse

Essential Functions

The LPN

is responsible for

administration of all medications and treatments (except those specifically

designated

for an RN) during their shift, according to the established medical and nursing care plan. Works under the direction of the Head

/ Charge

Nurse to provide

optimum

nursing care to all residents

of

the unit.

Continuously evaluates behavior, symptoms,

reactions

and progress of residents and discusses findings with

the Nurse

Manager / Charge Nurse.

Administers and documents all medications according to established policies and procedures,

physician

orders, and Department of Health regulations.

Performs all treatments according to physician's specific order and

established

policies and procedures.

Discusses the need to

discontinue

or change

medication

for

treatment with the Nurse Manager / Charge Nurse.

Orders prescribed medications,

notifies

pharmacy of discontinued medications : and ensures accuracy of medications and dosages when received from pharmacy.