LPN - Med Nurse- Port Gibson, MS

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide leadership, guidance, and feedback to staff regarding the individual’s medication.
• Provide direct care through utilization of nursing standards accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow policies, procedures, and medical/lab protocol for nursing care.
• Implement infection control measures according to facility policies and procedures accurately and in a timely manner.
• Report pertinent information and/or changes in the individuals' condition to nurse supervisor and/or Program Director.
• Provide individual, staff, and family education as related to medication, illness, etc.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician accurately and in a timely manner.
• Chart medication administration in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document nursing care provided, maintain appropriate records related to individuals' progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all HCBS /DD waiver program policies and procedures.
• Provide care and/or conduct individual interactions in an age/cultural appropriate manner.
• Provide and document training to staff regarding the appropriate monitoring and documentation of individual’s self-administration of medication.
• Follows all safety policies and adheres to all worker's compensation program guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required

Associates

Required 1 year

At least one year of working experience.

Preferred

Prefer one year experience working with individuals with mental retardation.

Preferred

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Required

Lic Practical Nurse

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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