LPN/LVN
Company: Meadows Of Wickenburg Inc
Location: Malibu
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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!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:
- High School diploma or GED; Associate's or Bachelor's degree
preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited LPN or LVN program.
- CPI, CPR / First Aid; Valid State Driver's License if required
by State Law and operating a company vehicle.
- In addition to State requirements, one year acute inpatient
with psychiatric care experience preferred.
- Ability to provide excellent service to internal and external
customers.
- Ability to understand and comply with government, regulatory,
and company rules.
- Ability to record, report, and maintain confidentiality of
information and respond to requests for information.We 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 hr@meadowsbh.com
Keywords: Meadows Of Wickenburg Inc, Malibu , LPN/LVN, Healthcare , Malibu, California
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