LPN - Memory Care, Every Other Weekend

Staff LPN must have the physical, emotional, & technical abilities to:

• Work under the direction of the Director of Nurses


• Maintain knowledge of each resident from his/her biosketch and family interview


• Accept & verify resident medications delivered from pharmacy.


• Verify receipt of physician orders for medications and other treatments


• Administer medications per physician's order.


• Clarify physician orders as needed by calling the physician or his/her designee.


• Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosages, etc.


• Ensure medication room is completely stocked with all required continuous, PRN, over the counter, and other medications as ordered by the physician.


• Ensure medication room is secured at all times.


• Follow facility policies regarding disposal of medications.


• Communicate, as needed, with resident family members and other legal representatives in a courteous, professional manner.


• Supervises and gives direction to aides.