Registered Nurse Evenings

Overview

BETHEL LUTHERAN HOME IS SEARCHING FOR A FULL-TIME REGISTERED NURSE FOR THE EVENING SHIFT

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate resident care in the Long Term Care area. Performs regular resident assessments to identify specific needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the nursing process for residents requiring the expertise of a professional registered nurse.
• Demonstrates geriatric assessments and treatments; identifies victims of abuse and knowledge of how to report alleged abuse; assesses geriatric safety issues; demonstrates geriatric nursing care competencies; interprets resident data in reference to geriatric population.
• Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychological changes in the resident's condition.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.
• Documents the plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected resident outcomes, and selected nursing interventions.
• Identifies and prioritizes actions based upon resident care requirements; monitors consistency between the resident plan of care and directions from medical staff.
• Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, Bethel Lutheran Home policies and resident outcome standards.
• Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic resident environment; initiates and evaluates resident and/or family education; revises the plan of care according to evaluation and changes in medical plan of care.
• Documents resident's response to nursing and other interventions; uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet resident care needs of an assigned unit; monitors safety and effectiveness of environment and equipment.
• Participates in activities to facilitate good interpersonal communications within Bethel Lutheran Home; supports professional practice by observing applicable laws, standards, and resident rights.

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a valid SD State licensure as an RN or LPN.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.

• One year prior professional nursing experience preferred.

Note:

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary.
• Ability to transfer and move residents who vary in ability to assist weighing 200+ lbs. using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary.
• Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40 lbs. using proper techniques and with assistance as necessary.
• Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with residents and equipment.
• Vision and hearing adequate to provide resident care/services.
• Moderate concentration/intensity with prolonged mental effort and limited breaks.
• Normal memory and ability to manage information; moderate decision-making complexity.
• Must be able to work alone in a restricted area performing repetitive work for extended periods; able to concentrate amidst distractions.

• All employees are required to follow and uphold Bethel Lutheran Home’s Mission, Vision, and Values, Behavioral Standards, Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics and Compliance Plan.
• Problem Solving — Identifies and resolves problems efficiently; analyzes information; develops solutions; works well in group problem solving; uses reason.
• Delegation — Delegates work assignments; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Diversity — Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Judgment — Makes timely decisions; demonstrates sound and accurate judgment; explains reasoning and includes appropriate individuals in decision-making.
• Motivation — Sets and achieves goals; demonstrates persistence; measures self against standard of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing — Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; organizes tasks and supports others; develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability — Adapts to changes, manages competing demands, and handles frequent changes or unexpected events.