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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00009758 |
Description Activated On: 2/2/2024 1:18:10 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Provides care and treatment to residents living in the long term care facility following state and federal regulatory guidelines. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Working time percentages are approximate and can change from day to day based on operational needs. 90% The Licensed Practical Nurse follows and applies nursing and hospital policies and procedures; utilizes crisis prevention techniques in interactions with residents; is receptive and accepting of direction in basic nursing care of residents; records and reports vital signs, symptoms, and reactions or responses to medication/treatments; accurately complies with medication administration policy and completion of physicians orders; provides meaningful activities; assists residents with ADLs, skin care, room care, meal times, and other associated nursing care techniques; accompanies residents to appointments. LPN acts as resident advocate; clarifies questions and work assignment in the clinical setting; utilizes therapeutic communication techniques with residents to accomplish work assignments and in crisis intervention; exchanges information with others clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing using clear terms and proper format per policy; communicates resident status to the nurse before leaving duty and at other times as appropriate; performs work under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse; seeks and accepts supervision in unfamiliar situations; recognizes problems and suggests and/or assists in developing solutions; identifies, addresses, and communicates individual resident personal care ADL education needs; develops and maintains positive and constructive work and therapeutic relationships; is aware of the needs and sensitivities of others; treats others in an equitable and non-discriminatory manner regardless of race, color, religious creed, lifestyle, disability, ancestry, national origin, affectional or sexual orientation, union membership, sex and age, or other non-work related factors; promotes a non-discriminatory environment; serves as a positive role model to residents, family, staff, and presents a positive image of the hospital at all times. 10% The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in in-service and out-service presentations; reviews material and prepares for work assignments; documents pertinent information on clinical records. The following duties/behaviors are incorporated into all work that is done by an LPN on an ongoing basis: Follows ward/shift routine and completes assignments prior to the end of shift; adapts to changes in assignments, assists co-workers; applies resident information obtained through supervisor, RN, change of shift report, direct observation, policy and procedure, to work assignments; documents legibly in a timely fashion and when needed; utilizes infection control techniques; adheres to established DHS time and attendance policies; remains alert at all times and executes job duties in compliance with DHS, hospital and departmental policies, procedures; uses proper equipment; follows hospital safety and security policies and procedures; performs other related duties as required. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Makes patient care decisions based on training and in consultation with professional nursing staff, i.e. Registered Nurse, Registered Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Managers, Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Practical Nurse 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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