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

• 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.
• Delivers nursing care to Residents requiring long-term or rehabilitative care.
• Collects client data, makes observations, and reports pertinent information related to the care of the client.
• According to state-specific regulations, implements the client plan of care, which includes active treatment and evaluates the client response.
• In accordance with state-specific regulations, directs and supervises the care given by other personnel in selected situations.
• Maintains knowledge of necessary documentation requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and maintenance.
• Maintains confidentiality and client rights, regarding all client/personnel information.
• Provides client/family/responsible party education as directed.
• Conducts self in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.
• Works rotating shifts, holidays and weekends as scheduled.
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., CPR, protects Residents from injury).
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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