Senior licensed practical nurse vs registered nurse unit manager

Differences between senior licensed practical nurse and registered nurse unit manager 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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Registered nurse unit manager example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Obtain weekly wind care measurements and assessments with completion of wind care flow sheets and given to MDS assessor.
• Provide and coordinate direct patient care on a skil nursing rehabilitation unit.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance by monitoring and educating staff as needed.
• Assure that unit practices are consistent with professional nursing standards, regulatory and HIPAA requirements.
• Monitor resident s consumption levels (monthly and weekly weights) and report significant weight loss to the MDS coordinator.
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