LPN/Licensed Practical Nurse

Benefits:

Paid Time Off
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Short/Long Term Disability
Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential Functions)

Utilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventive therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patient as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes.
Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines and standards as observed by the Nurse Manager and Director of Nursing.
Administer medication accurately, observing client response, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes.
Maintain and coordinate communication among client, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, client and health care team feedback.
Client Admissions
Narcotics Count
Working on Prior Authorizations
MAR audits and compliance
Assist in assuring that effective communication exists with patient as reflected in the plan of care.
Give punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients.
Work collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback.
Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquiries to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.
• Minimum Qualifications Required:

Must be licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Must have two years of freedom from chemical use problems
Must pass a State of Minnesota Background Check
CPR Certification or attain within 30 days
Ability to use Microsoft office programs and other computer skills