Senior licensed practical nurse vs progressive care nurse

Differences between senior licensed practical nurse and progressive care nurse duties and responsibilities

Senior licensed practical nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Educate clients concerning ADL'S.
• Conduct comprehensive minimum data set (MDS) assessments.
• Assist in transitioning all paper records to the new EMR.
• Coordinate with the MDS team the overall plan of care of the clients to maximize reimbursement.
• Serve as LPN caring for residents in need of physical, and occupational rehabilitation after surgery or hospital stays.
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Progressive care nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Develop, implement and evaluate patients' rehabilitation goals to facilitate patient satisfaction.
• Utilize EMR for charting, medication ordering, and referrals
• Stage, measure, photograph wounds and document in EMR system.
• Used strict aseptic technique during the dialysis procedure and when caring for the peritoneal catheter.
• Set up and operate equipment as needed: EKG, cardiac monitors, suction and respiratory equipment.
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