Pavilion On Call AM LVN

Pay Range

$29.50 - $36.00 JOB SUMMARY The LVN has the responsibility of total resident care for independent and assisted living residents in any area of the RCFE. The LVN performs professional nursing duties in accordance with the Masonic Homes and state RCFE regulations. This position reports to the Manager of Health Services or Pavilion Manager and may be required to supervise other staff positions. The LVN will be responsible for residents in any/all RCFE areas when there is only one LVN on shift and/or if the other LVN on shift is unavailable for any reason. Essential Functions Responsible for nursing care, medication administration, and treatments for the assisted living residents in compliance with Federal and State regulations and the Masonic Homes guidelines. Responsible for the admissions of new residents to include all admission assessments, the assessment of resident health status for both new and existing residents, the subsequent development of the service plan, and documentation. Recognize changes in conditions of residents and notifies physicians and family members of any change in resident's health, and provides proper documentation. Performs periodic audits and reviews clinical systems to ensure compliance with State regulations and Masonic Homes policies and procedures are assigned. Initiates writing and updating Resident Assessment and Service Plans as resident's condition changes, collaborating with active living, social services, and dietary services. Supervises and ensures resident care personnel on the shift have completed assignments and performed duties by checking their work LVN maintains close communication with all departments and staff members, Health Services Director, health care professionals, and families about the needs of residents. Notifies MD of resident changes and concerns after consultation with RN; Personally receive or place calls to physician, receives and processes MD orders, ad orders medications as needed. Monitors medications of residents as ordered by MD; Administer intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections. Chart medications and treatments according to the procedure. Verify inventory of drugs covered by the Controlled Substances Act of 1970. Ensure that individual resident assessment and service plan are followed. Attends family conferences; Understands role in the Safety and disaster plan. Performs other duties as assigned.