Licensed Practical Nurse Job Brooklyn Center Minnesota USA,Nursing

We are seeking a PRIVATE DUTY NURSE/ LPN to join our team in the local Edina area! You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of assigned patients. We're looking to hire a full time or part time LPN who is competent to perform the following tasks including but not limited to:

Performs focused nursing assessment of Residents to determine appropriate interventions to maintain or improve the Resident’s health status.

Provides interventions for Residents with episodes of potentially life-threatening instability.

Provides nursing visits and direct care to Residents in the resident's home or assisted living as directed by client Care Plans.

Sets up medications for Residents according to the medication management program, as indicated.

Coordinates medical appointments for Residents, including follow-up with any new orders or changes after hospital visit with direction from Nursing case manager as needed.

Accepts and implements prescriber orders with direction as needed.

Responds to phone calls from other providers related to Residents with RN direction as needed.

Documents, as indicated, in the clinical record.

Communicates with families, resident representatives, case managers and other health care providers regarding the Residents as needed.

Is aware of and uses good safety practices, including but not limited to:

Body mechanics
Falls prevention
Reporting of defective equipment or hazards
Wiping spills or wet floors immediately
Using Standard Precautions and appropriate infection control measures
Knowledge of emergency procedures
Reporting incidents/accidents to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor or Director on the day of occurrence

Participates in care conferences with other members of the health care team.

Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to Residents, families, and employees.

Promotes a safe and comfortable environment for the Residents.

Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.

12 Hour

Shifts:

Morning 8 AM - 8 PM

Evening 8 PM - 8 AM

Responsibilities:

Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients.

Diagnose and establish patient treatment plans.

Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior.

Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care.

Educate patients about health maintenance and disease prevention.

Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities.

Maintain accurate patient medical records.

Provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in nursing or other medical fields.

Familiarity with medical software and equipment.

Ability to build rapport with patients.

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Please visit our website and submit an application today!

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