Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Smithfield Manor
Location: Smithfield
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Provide high-quality nursing care to residents following established facility policies and procedures. Assist in the care and management of nursing units. Regularly check assigned unit to ensure residents receive prescribed care. Make observations, maintain charts, and order supplies as necessary. All duties and responsibilities performed within the scope of Nursing Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses in North Carolina. Duties: Receive and provide resident status report during shift changes. Conduct routine checks on residents, noting any changes in condition and reporting to RN Supervision. Notify attending physician and family of resident illnesses or injuries. Complete accident and incident reports; submit to Director of Nursing. Maintain positive interactions with residents, visitors, family members, and staff. Assist in admitting, discharging, and transferring residents under Nursing Supervisor guidance. Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of resident care plans. Take verbal or telephone orders from physicians; transcribe to physician order sheets in the absence or as requested by RN Supervisor. Accompany physicians on rounds as needed. Review resident care plans and Medication Administration Records (MARs) with supervisor and physician. Document all patient information in resident charts and ensure completeness. Assemble and submit resident charts to Medical Records Department upon discharge. Take and record vital signs as required. Notify physician and Director of Nursing of any unauthorized resident discharges. Instruct residents in self-help and self-care activities. Assist residents in preparing for appointments and arrange transportation as needed. Perform tests and other diagnostic procedures as ordered by attending physician. Assist with restorative and rehabilitation programs for residents. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by attending physician. Maintain inventory of resident medications; order as needed. Review physician orders to ensure accuracy of medications listed on MARs. Assist with feeding residents when necessary; monitor diets and record intake and output as ordered; report needs to nursing or dietary supervisors. Report any discrepancies in orders, diets, etc., to nursing supervisor. Responsible for post-mortem care of residents. Participate in ongoing in-service and orientation programs. Perform minor housekeeping duties within nursing unit. Maintain calm demeanor during emergencies. Ensure noise levels in nursing center are appropriate at all times. Report needed repairs to maintenance department promptly. Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of medication carts; ensure stocked with necessary supplies for upcoming shifts. Perform prescribed treatments on residents in assigned unit; document completion of treatments daily and assess skin integrity weekly. Check residents frequently as indicated. Prohibit smoking in bed for residents; ensure attendants or visitors supervise smoking in designated areas. Enforce smoking regulations among personnel, visitors, patients, and the public; report violations to nursing supervisor. Ensure nurse call system is accessible to bed-bound residents at all times. Report any instances of resident abuse immediately. Wash hands after caring for each resident. Follow facility infection control procedures, especially during isolation techniques. Respect and uphold resident rights to fair treatment, self-determination, privacy, property, civil rights, and the right to file complaints. Foster a warm, positive environment while maintaining resident confidentiality. Access only necessary confidential medical information for residents under direct care. Qualifications Must hold a current and unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina. Good general health and emotional stability required. Must possess patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm for working with residents at varying maturity levels.

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