LPN/RN-Nursing Home FT Evenings (2-10p), Hire on bonus of $3000
LPN/RN-Nursing Home PT Evenings (2-10p), Hire on bonus of $2000
LPN/RN-Nursing Home FT Overnights (6p-6a, 10p-6a), Hire on bonus of $3000
LPN/RN-Nursing Home PT Overnights (10p-6a), Hire on bonus of $2000
RN Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs written assessments of resident's condition upon admission and periodically during the nursing process to ensure provision of quality care based on assessed needs of the resident and the established standards of care.
- Administers drugs and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures to the residents in accordance with physician's orders and then observes and charts the effects of these measures.
- Documents all nursing interventions on behalf of the resident to ensure communication of information to peers and physicians and to ensure that the necessary legal obligations have been met according to standard operating policies.
- Provides guidance and direction to subordinate staff and gives assignments based on the capabilities of the staff.
- Assists in the development of the discharge or transfer plan along with the physician, the resident's family and other resources to provide for continuity of care.
- Collaborates with and assists physician in coordinating medical and nursing care plans, including reporting changes in resident's condition to physician, family and supervisor.
- Assists with orientation, instruction, training, and supervision of subordinate personnel and peers.
- Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of activities, needs, and problems in assigned work area.
- Provides for residents and employees safety and reports all conditions and/or equipment to the appropriate person.
- Monitors resident's health status through checks of vital signs, blood sugar and notifies physician of any changes in resident's condition.
- Assists in assessment of resident's condition upon admission and periodically during the nursing process to ensure provision of quality care based on assessed needs of the resident and the established standards of care.
- Assists subordinate staff in providing care to residents to assure restorative nursing care in being provided and that all needs are met.
- Assists in discharges and transfers of residents.
- Assists in developing nursing care plans and follows care plan in providing daily care.
- Assists physician in coordinating medical and nursing care plans, including reporting changes in resident's condition to physician, family and supervisor.
- Keeps supervisor informed of activities, needs and problems in assigned work area.
- Monitors assigned staff to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of supplies
and equipment.
- Reviews resident care plan for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches and revisions based on nursing needs.
- Monitors care given by assigned personnel to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity and respect.
- Oversees, develops, and helps implement the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) for the assigned departments.
- Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and perform on the spot emergency assistance which may include first aid and/or CPR.
- Practices and behaves in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.
- Serves as a patient advocate.
- Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.
- Participates in performance improvement and educational activities. Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.
- Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.
- Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.
- Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.
- Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
- Complies with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and agrees to report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.
- Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.
- Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.
- Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however, may assist physician with special unit procedures and provide training, education, and guidance to assigned staff, such as L.P.N.s, C.M.A.s and/or C.N.A.s.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the department Director, organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- RN with state license required; Current license to practice nursing in the state.
Position Requirements, Licenses, Registrations, Certifications
- CPR certified
- Demonstrated initiative, ability to work with others, and good professional judgment.
- Ability to create a caring, compassionate relationship with the patients and families.
- Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team to use evidence-based practice in providing care.
- Ability to work independently and organize time effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines while being flexible
- Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision and guidance
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before customers, patients, families and employees of the organization.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to infectious diseases and occupational dangers like accidental needle pricks. Must be able to withstand physical and emotional stress.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and blood borne pathogens. The employee may be exposed to unpleasant sights, odors, and materials. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee may be exposed to combative patients.
Other Requirements
May be required to train in and float to other areas within the department or other assigned areas and provide extra support and/or coverage as needed.
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LPN Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Administers drugs and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures to the residents in accordance with physician orders and then observes and charts the effects of these measures.
- Documents all nursing interventions on behalf of the resident to ensure communication of information to peers and physicians and to ensure that the necessary legal obligations have been met according to standard operating policies.
- Monitors resident's health status through checks of vital signs, blood sugar and notifies physician of any changes in resident's condition.
- Assists in assessment of resident's condition upon admission and periodically during the nursing process to ensure provision of quality care based on assessed needs of the resident and the established standards of care.
- Assists subordinate staff in providing care to residents to assure restorative nursing care in being provided and that all needs are met.
- Assists in discharges and transfers of residents.
- Assists in developing nursing care plans and follows care plan in providing daily care.
- Assists physician in coordinating medical and nursing care plans, including reporting changes in resident's condition to physician, family and supervisor.
- Keeps supervisor informed of activities, needs and problems in assigned work area.
- Monitors assigned staff to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of supplies and equipment.
- Monitors care given by assigned staff to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity and respect.
- Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.
- Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.
- Participates in performance improvement and educational activities.
- Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.
- Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.
- Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.
- Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
- Complies with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and agrees to report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.
- Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.
- Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.
- Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however, may assist physician with special unit procedures and provide training, education, and guidance to assigned C.M.A.s and/or C.N.A.s.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the department Director, organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- LPN with state license required; Current license to practice nursing in the state.
- One year of experience preferred.
Position Requirements, Licenses, Registrations, Certifications
- Basic Life Support certification.
- Ability to create a caring, compassionate relationship with the residents and families.
- Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team to use evidence-based practice in providing care.
- Must possess effective time management skills.
- Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision and guidance.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before customers, patients, families and employees of the organization.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to infectious diseases and occupational dangers like accidental needle pricks. Must be able to withstand physical and emotional stress.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to a variety of weather conditions and temperatures during travel and patient/client home setting.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and blood borne pathogens. The employee may be exposed to unpleasant sights, odors, and materials. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
The employee may be exposed to combative patients.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Preferred
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One year of experience preferred.
Preferred
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Associates or better in Nursing
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Bachelors or better in Nursing
Preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer
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