LVN-Pamp- ALF

Job Details: Job Location: 2468 S ST ANDREWS PLACE - LOS ANGELES, CA, Salary Range: $31.00 - $33.50Hourly, Job Description

Position

Shift Supervisor (LVN)

Department

ALF Nursing

Reports To

Patient Care Coordinator

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Prepared By

Human Resources

Prepare Date

December 2013

Revised Date

September 2020

Job Summary

The Shift Supervisor (LVN), under the general supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator, is responsible for representing St. John of God Retirement & Care Center and specifically the residents of the Assisted Living Facility, in coordination, assessment, and delivery of personal services for those residents.  Also, included in those responsibilities is the supervision of all CNAs and Caregivers. This supervision shall include residents and nursing of the St. Richard Pampuri Apartments, St. John Grande, and St. Benedict Menni residence.

Mission and Values

Demonstrates the competencies to fulfill the Mission and values of St. John of God Ministry, which are the foundation of all activities performed by every employee

Mission

Core Values

We are here to extend the healing mission of Jesus through the Hospitality of St. John of God by continually improving the health and quality of life of the people we serve

Hospitality

Creates an environment where people can feel welcomed, comfortable, understood, esteemed and loved

Respect

Recognizes the richness of God’s gifts and His presences in every person regardless of age, situation in life, culture or religion

Quality

Works toward creating centers of excellence and service fostering continuous improvement in the quality of service

Responsibility

Encourages cooperation as a way of promoting standards of competence, efficiency and accountability as we carry out our duties in the Mission

Essential Functions

Knows and uses accurate information concerning the policies and procedures which govern divulging of information, the location and function of various departments, and the names of appropriate supervisory personnel
Be present, systematic, and responsible in referring any inquiry or problem regarding family, resident, or visitor to the appropriate staff person
Knows and implements all Department of Social Services regulations regarding medical assessment 87569, resident records 87570, personal rights 87572, incidental medical and dental care 87575, personal assistance and care 87578, functional capabilities 87584, and reappraisals 87587, prohibitive health conditions 87701, and general requirements for allowable health conditions 8770216
Delivers and supervises quality resident care
Interacts with all residents, families and staff in the spirit of St. John of God
Coordinates resident interests and needs with the staff/team
Maintains proper surveillance of medications and records, as required by regulatory agencies
Ensures that physicians’ orders are carried out
Facilitates ordering and distribution of resident medications
Monitors overall wellbeing of the resident, communicating with resident, family, and physician, reporting any changes in condition to physician
Performs all nursing duties according to nursing standards
Communicates all changes of condition to the Supervisor and Administrator via email and/or other appropriate means of communication  
Supervises the CNAs and Caregivers
Schedules and monitors CNAs and Caregivers work performance and assignments 
Documents personnel counseling, incidents, as needed, and reports findings to the Supervisor
Oversees and supervises the MedTechs to ensure proper handling of medication

Additional Responsibilities & Duties

Be present and available 
Conducts weekly trainings as needed
Attends required in-service training programs
Prior to admission, work with team to ensure the best result
Prior to admission, review resident’s needs /assessments/skin/belongings etc.
Plans and coordinates team meetings as needed
Reviews a resident’s Service Plan when needed, or when there is a change of condition of residents
Communicates with all disciplines to ensure care is carried out
Keeps current all doctors’ orders for residents
Maintains the residents’ Medication and Treatment Delivery Schedule
Advises the CNAs and Caregivers of any information needed for the resident’s care
Maintains schedules for weights, baths and monthly pendant checklist
Notes any change in resident in shift report for the personal caregivers
Reviews staff shift reports daily
Conducts a daily inspection of resident rooms
Ensures CNA/caregiver assignments are completed by end of shift
Be present to residents during meal times, and supervises the serving of special diets
Maintains all required forms in resident charts
Arranges for transportation to medical appointments, if needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Follows organizational and departmental procedures

Information Management

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with confidentiality and security

Risk Management

Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Able to handle pen/pencil and telephone receiver
Uses fingers for keyboard at least 2 hours a day
Be physically able to assist a resident in a reasonable manner during the likely scope of daily work
Must be able to assist residents out of the facility as needed (down stairs, carrying heavy loads)
Assists in lifting, pushing, or pulling residents when/if needed (at minimum 50lbs for short spans, multiple times per day, maybe up to 75lbs with assistance for short movements)
Needs to walk a minimum 500 feet at a time, several times a day, must be able to walk up and down stairs in event of power/elevator outage or emergency and assist residents in doing the same 
Lift up to 50lbs: Occasionally to carry medical charts, supplies and resident’s personal items, e.g.

clothing and food items; Occasionally when lifting soiled bed linens; occasionally to frequently when assisting an ambulatory resident in bathing or dressing

Reach above shoulder height: Rarely, occurs when reaching for medical records or supplies located on shelves
Occasional grasping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, bending, or kneeling when assisting nursing staff with resident care
Must follow all safety measures and procedures
Must follow the dress code policy

Required Qualifications

Current LVN License
Current CPR and Life Safety Certificates
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
Some nursing experience required
Demonstrates good character and continuing reputation of personal integrity
Strong interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

Must keep all required certificates and/or licenses current
Demonstrates good character and continuing reputation of personal integrity
Strong English written and communication skills
Able to adequately perform the physical requirements of the position

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