Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Meadows Of Wickenburg Inc
Location: Wickenburg
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
This is where you change your story...At Meadows we understand
that new directions to career advancing and improvement can be
scary, but we are excited to offer you a possible new rewarding
chapter with us! Come join us in transforming lives!Who are we?We
have been the most trusted name in the industry and have been
helping people for 40 years. Our approach is different and success
stories of our patients prove that. We don't have one size fits all
treatment and there are no quick fixes.Who are you?Are you
compassionate, innovative and have a passion to make an impact? Are
you looking to get your foot in the door with a company that will
believe in your abilities and train you to advance? 75% of our
current top-level executive staff are organic internal promotions
from within.We might be a perfect fit for you!**LPN base DOE is
$25.00 - $26.00 an hour + $1.00 PRN + $4.00 PM Shift Diff + $2.00
Weekend Diff**Position Summary:Under the supervision of the
Registered Nurse, provides direct patient care to patients as
assigned.Maintains a safe and efficient working and treatment
environment per facility policies and procedures.Communicates
effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is
provided to all patients.Responsibilities:Carries out all aspects
of patient care and other assignments as directed by supervising
Registered Nurse.Observes whether specialized services may be
needed and communicate to an RN or appropriate Medical Staff
member.Performs ongoing observation of the patients and milieu to
ensure active treatment is provided and patients are
participating.Reports changes in patient's condition or behavior to
an RN or Medical Provider. including agitation, high"risk
behaviors, changes in vital signs, and eating, sleeping, and
toileting patterns.Intervenes appropriately with patients
experiencing a behavioral crisis situation.Initiates and/or
participates in provision of emergency medical care when
indicated.Participates with the treatment team in implementation of
the individualized plan of care.Provides patient educational
information for identified learning needs.Facilitates
educational/activity groups as assigned or when indicated using
approved materials.Ensures compliance with infection control
protocols and/or policies by patients, visitors, and staff.Performs
environmental and safety rounds and complete environmental check
sheet as assigned. Takes action to mitigate risk and report
identified problems to the Program Director, Director of Nursing or
Designee.Complies with National Patient Safety Goals and provide
immediate feedback if noncompliance is identified.Ensures a First
Dose Review has been completed prior to the administration of any
new medication.Obtains clarification on medication orders that are
unclear, do not include all the required elements or include Do Not
Use abbreviations.Reinforces medication teaching on all new
medications and respond to additional questions and concerns the
patient may have regarding medications.Documents medication
variances and/or adverse drug reactions on the appropriate form and
notify the patient, practitioner and facility leadership as
directed per policy.Controls access to the medication rooms and/or
medication dispensing machines in accordance with facility
policy.Ensures medication room and equipment is clean, including no
personal belongings in the medication room.Education, Skills, &
Experience Requirements:Graduation from an accredited school of
nursing required.Current AZ or Compact State Registered Nurse
License in good standing.CPR and CPI Certification and Food
Handlers Card (to be received in the first 30 days of
employment)Minimum of one year psychiatric experience preferredWe
are a Drug Free Company. All positions are designated as "Safety
Sensitive" positions and in light of our company mission, the
Company does not employ medical marijuana cardholders. Following an
offer of employment, and prior to reporting to work, all applicants
will be required to submit to and pass a substance abuse screen.The
Meadows is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and
inclusion in the workplace. Qualified candidates will receive
consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran
status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state
or local laws. The Meadows provides reasonable accommodations to
individuals with disabilities and if you need reasonable
accommodation during any time of the employment process please
reach out to recruitment@
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