Bethesda brings out the best in talented, caring people!
At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others. 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.
Qualifications
- Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Current LPN license in the state you will be working
- CPR and AED certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment
- IV certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment
- Long-term care experience preferred
- 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
- Time management and organizational skills required
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
- Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary
- Ability to transfer and move patients who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary
- Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance when necessary
- Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment
- Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color
- Ability to physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in writing
Pay range
- $26.96- $43.25 per hour
- Category: LPN
