Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Night Shift - Onsite
Company: Viva USA, Inc.
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Night Shift - Onsite
Description: Administer medication and perform treatments on an
assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within scope of
license. (Medications may be in a variety of forms including oral,
enteral, parenteral, suppository, etc. and treatments may include
sterile and aseptic wound cleaning and dressing, postural drainage
and percussion, tracheostomy, gastrostomy and jejunostomy care, and
catheter care.) Observe and report the effectiveness of medications
and treatments Ensure an adequate amount of supplies and medication
are available Receive and deliver a variety of information
regarding the resident's medical, social, functional, and other
needs Participate in the receiving and giving shift reports
Communicate with residents, family, and staff as necessary to
ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the
interdisciplinary team Complete the initial admission nursing
assessment tool on a newly admitted resident Assist with the
development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing
quarterly reviews and care plans Maintain appropriate clinical and
administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, observations,
treatment, and summary of resident progress. Participate in our
Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program Attend
and participate in staff meetings Knowledge of:
Gerontological/Geriatric nursing theory and practice Effects of the
aging process Practices and procedures of team nursing Practices
and procedures for implementing treatment plans for
resident/patient care Practices and procedures of pharmacology and
medicines Federal, client laws, rules and regulations governing
general practical nursing practices and the security and control of
medical supplies and medications and dispensing there of Skills in:
Observing and reporting behavior and progress of residents/patients
Applying and interpreting client laws and regulations governing
geriatric nursing practices. Assisting in the development and
implementation of patient care plans within a team nursing concept
Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal skills Ability
to: Abide by nursing regulations Listen, observe, assess and
respond to medical emergencies Evaluate, analyze, make independent
decisions and follow up regarding client health problems Respond to
medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner Establish and
maintain effective work relationships Required Skills: License:
Active AZ LPN License
Keywords: Viva USA, Inc., Prescott Valley , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Night Shift - Onsite, Healthcare , Flagstaff, Arizona
