LPN​/RN - Charge Nurse Weekend Option Nights

Position: LPN/RN - Charge Nurse Weekend Option - FT - Nights
## LPN/RN
- Charge Nurse Weekend Option - FT
- Nights Apply locations:
Dalton, GAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR100150
** Who We Are
** At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‐being of every team member.  
** Our Legacy
** Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‐driven team making a difference every day.
** Our Values
** Our core values—
** Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)**—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.  
** Your Career With Us
** Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.  
** Excellence. Every person. Every time.
**** ESSENTIAL SKILL/KNOWLEDGE FUNCTIONS
*** Operation of oxygen equipment including turning off and on, changing cylinder heads, cleaning/replacing humidifier and other as necessary.
* Operations of suction machine (oral) including cleaning, selection of appropriate suction catheter and storage.
* Operations and use of manual respirator.
* Location and use of emergency equipment supplies (box and/or crash cart etc.).
* Operation of whirlpool.
* Operation of scales.
* Operation of glucose monitoring devices, calibration and cleaning etc.
* Use of electronic thermometers (oral/rectal and ear).
* Delivery of medications (setting up, rotating, charting, ordering, giving to patients, etc.).
* Ordering and use of stock drugs.
* Administration and documentation of insulin.
* Use and delivery of PRN medications.
* Use and delivery of topical treatment application (eye, ear, nose, etc.).
* Use, delivery and documentation of narcotic medication.
* Receiving drugs from pharmacy in accordance with established procedures.
* Application of sterile dressings.
* Operation and proper use of pressure reduction surfaces.
* Use of oral airway.
* Knowledge of isolation procedures (where to implement etc.).
* Knowledge of location and proper use of personal protective equipment (gloves, masks, gowns and aprons etc.).
* Delivery of enemas (S&S and fleets).
* Insertion, irrigation and routine care of male/female catheters.
* Delivery of tube feedings (insertion, flushing, proper amounts etc.).
* Knowledge of procedures and ability to determine Advance Directive status for patients.
* Collection of lab specimens and interpreting results.
* IV implementation and administration.
* Seizure precautions and administration of IV medication during a seizure.
* Admits, discharges and transfers patients as requested.
* Documentation and billing of supplies used.
* Sends patients to the hospital as necessary.
* Knowledge of procedures to follow if unable to reach physician.
* Makes nursing assistant work assignments.
* Makes compliance rounds and reporting any pertinent issues.
* Maintains effective lines of communication with attending physicians.
* Assists the Director of Nursing Services to coordinate the care planning/MDS process and committee meetings as necessary.
* Participates in patient screening and selection process as requested.
* Assists the Director of Nursing Services in follow-up on consultant recommendations, i.e., pharmacy, dietary, etc.
* Provides demonstration/education as necessary for nursing assistants to perform job.
* Completes documentation procedures on patients (appropriate use of forms, timelines, and Medicare documentation etc.).
** ESSENTIAL DEPARTMENT MANAGERIAL FUNCTIONS
*** Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate.
* Charts information regarding patient progress, aliments, medication, symptoms, and observations.
* Administers medications.
* Discusses with…