LVN

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in a Skilled Nursing Facility is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Manager. The LVN works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure the well-being and comfort of residents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of residents' health status.
• Monitors vital signs, administers medications, and observes any changes in condition.
• Notifies the RN or healthcare provider of any significant changes or concerns.
• Administers medications as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
• Ensures accurate dosage, proper route, and timely administration.
• Monitors and records residents' responses to medications.
• Provides basic wound care and other treatments as ordered by the healthcare provider.
• Monitors the healing progress of wounds and reports any complications.
• Works closely with Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Participates in care planning meetings and contributes to the development of resident care plans.

Education: Associates degree in Nursing

License: Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state

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