Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care and preventive medicine for the STAR residents. They maintain medical records, intake appraisal and assist the medical provider as needed.

General Responsibilities:

• Know and adhere to STAR’s policies and procedures
• Coordinate with all other departments as needed
• Coordinate with Nurse Manager for all projects and medical needs
• Ensure compliance with all requirements associated with services, such as TB testing, medical assessments, and pharmacy orders
• Inspect equipment to ensure functionality
• Assist the medical provider with resident and staff medical care

• Ensure the department continuous compliance with all ACA, PREA, and departmental CBCF and BCS standards
• Ensure that all resident medications are provided in a timely manner and are verified for correct dosage and amount
• Review resident MAR to ensure compliance with medical orders
• Conduct periodic walkthrough of the facility to ensure compliance and cleanliness of managed areas.
• Provide guidance and corrective actions to STAR residents as needed
• Maintain relationships with vendors, inspectors, and outside entities
• Ensure compliance with Ohio Board of Nursing Requirements

Performance Evaluation:

Staff holding this position will be evaluated on the following intervals of employment: 90th day, 6 month, 1 year, and annually thereafter. The following domains will be assessed:

• Administrative Skills: Knowledge and Adherence to Policies and Procedures, Time Management, Organization, Technology Skills, Documentation, Communication Skills
• Work Ethic: Attendance, Initiative, Dependability, Dealing with Demanding Situations, Role Modeling, Team Player, Professional Development
• Position Skills: Position Knowledge, Training Staff, Quality Assurance/Continued Quality Improvement, Recognition of Staff Contributions and Staff Concerns, Leadership/Coaching, Staff Advocacy

Qualifications and Skills:

• Certification/Degree required
• Experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license

STAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer; applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, and national origin, disability, age or Vietnam-era status. All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability as deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related tasks as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. All positions serve at the pleasure of the STAR Facility Governing Board.