Licensed Practical Nurse Part-Time, or On-Call - PM Shift

What’s In It For You:

• Bonus: $750 Sign-on bonus
• Must maintain at least 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week)
• Extra Cash: Earn shift differentials from $0.50 to $3.00 per hour depending on shift
• Earn additional pay incentives up to $5/hour for picking up additional, non-scheduled shifts

This position is available for Full-Time (PM shift), Part-Time (PM shift), or On-Call.

PM (B Shift) is 2:00pm - 10:30pm

This position provides medical care for residents to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times within a safe environment; assists with activities of daily living, offers emotional and social support, and attends residents overall physical comfort and well-being; also provides communication between medical providers, family members, and facility team for coordination of care.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assists and participates in development of total care plan of residents with physician, psychiatrist, nurses and allied therapists.
• Participates in providing nursing care for residents.
• Assists in rehab programs and bowel and bladder training programs.
• Observes and reports on residents' physical and mental condition; obtains vital signs.
• Keeps patient records and reports according to policy.
• Provides leadership and directs functions of Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers and appointment scheduling.
• Notifies charge nurse of any change in patient condition.
• Investigates and reports any allegations of abuse or caregiver misconduct and ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physician and psychiatrist.
• Contacts medical provider and family of residents related to change of condition or concerns.
• Receives MD orders, makes rounds with MD's, transcribes orders, and communicates orders to nursing staff and pharmacy.
• Assists in care and monitoring of IV's per facility policy.
• Monitors and assists residents with psycho-social events.
• Provides support, information or education to residents or family members as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the principles, standards, practices and techniques of skilled nursing.
• Knowledge of the dangers inherent in and precautions to be taken in the use of drugs and other medication.
• Knowledge of local and state rules, regulations, procedures and policies pertaining to nursing services.
• Ability to assign, instruct, and supervise the work of professional and nonprofessional staff.
• Ability to accurately maintain patient medical records and prepare required reports.
• Knowledge of electronic records systems.
• Knowledge of PPE and its proper use for personal safety measures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and assure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times per HIPAA.
• Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, respect, and personal interest, as well as a clean environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both verbally and in writing, with residents, families, the public and staff.
• Must be able to exhibit a warm, cheerful caring manner.
• Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions.
• General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, equipment and office assistance techniques.
• Knowledge of County and department programs and policies.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

• Ability to communicate appropriately/professionally.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other members of the staff, supervisor, and the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal form.
• Must be proficient in workplace English and spelling.
• Ability to read County policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; SDS sheets, safety manuals, maps, etc.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

• Must be able to remain calm in emergencies by thinking quickly, maintaining self-control, and adapting to stressful situations.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement nursing practices, policies and procedures in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Ability to define problems, analyze facts, and exercise sound judgment in arriving at solutions.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Must have ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality regarding business‑related files, reports, and conversations, in compliance with open records law and applicable statutes.

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