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HRA

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

HRA, Branford, Connecticut, us, 06405

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Provides direct individual nursing care to assigned residents based on nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Resident Care (DRC). Also maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA.Essential FunctionsEnsures quality and safe delivery of health services to residents.Implements plan of care formulated by physician and DRCProvides accurate and timely documentation of care givenAssesses and provides resident and family/care giver information pertinent to diagnosis or plan of careAdministers medication per physicians orders. Documents properly on MAR. Observers for any adverse reaction and notifies physician accordinglyAssembles resident charts, resident records and checks that all necessary forms are complete and accuratePrepares incident/accidents reports for residents as needed per policy and documents appropriatelyMaintains safe and healthy working environment and uses safe work methods and procedures in accordance with clinical standardsAssist resident in learning appropriate self-care activitiesOrganizes and monitors associates and materials resources necessary for meeting the needs of the residents under his/her care Recognizes emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiates appropriate action(s)Maintains confidentiality and resident rights regarding all residents personal information Performs any other duties requested by supervisorThe ability to work in safe and alert mannerThe ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residents Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.