LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse in Huntington, New York, US at Benchmark Senior Living

Job Description

Responsibilities for the LPN include:

Direct Supervision

• Closely mentors, guides and assists the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job 

Resident Care

•  Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations
• Assists with coordination of resident care needs with community providers
• Measures and accurately records vital signs (temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure weight and height) where appropriate as per state regulations
• Regularly monitors each resident’s medication and treatment profile to ensure each medication and treatment is administered as ordered and documented accurately
• Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status and ensures proper follow through and documentation
• Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, Resident Care Associate, and Executive Director per state regulations
• Successfully implements the plan of care
• Conducts regular wellness visits