Practical Nursing Specialist (LPN) role providing hands-on nursing care for geriatric residents, including assessments, care planning, documentation, and safe medication/treatment administration in a long-term care setting. Bethesda Health is a large care provider with 1,200+ employees focused on improving residents' lives. Standout perks include daily pay plus benefits like 403b, bonuses, holiday pay, and career advancement opportunities.
- Daily pay
- 403b and insurance benefits
- Bonuses, holiday pay, advancement
As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay. Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees. Summary Provides basic nursing care by assisting in the assessment of the resident on admission and on an ongoing basis. Remains knowledgeable about and communicates to the appropriate interdisciplinary team (IDT) member any significant change in condition. Accurately documents all assessments. Seeks guidance if unsure of any assessment findings. Participates in the care planning process for the resident. Updates the care plan when specific interventions indicate the need for revision. Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members along with the residents and their families. Implements necessary and appropriate nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs. Ensures interventions such as medication administration and treatments are accomplished in a safe and timely manner. Administers IV fluid only if IV certified. Documents interventions accurately and timely. Uses critical thinking skills when dealing with residents' changes in condition. Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication tool. Maintains composure during any crisis situation such as family dissatisfaction, staff disputes, or inclement weather in a calm and professional manner. Monitors the care of the residents closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively. Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively address the situation for immediate problem resolution. Remains aware of the status of the residents to quickly identify behavioral changes or other untoward signs or symptoms. Answers call lights and/or assists with residents' ADLs as needed. Completes, at a minimum, twelve hours of offerings related to nursing related continuing education. Has a commitment to keep current with best nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda's policies and self-study. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.
Job Qualifications
Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse
Long-term care/Rehab/Assisted Living experience preferred
Current license in the state you will be working as a Licensed Practical Nurse
IV Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
Current CPR/AED Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
Must be able to assess the basic nursing care needs of the geriatric resident
Must possess excellent communication skills to interact with residents, visitors and staff
Excellent time management and organizational skills are required
Must possess critical thinking skills
Pay range : $26.96 - $43.95 per hour Category: LPN/RN