Licensed Nurse (RN/LPN)

Integritus Healthcare•Springfield, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Integritus Healthcare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their caring and compassionate team. Nurses will plan, monitor, and provide nursing care to residents within the facility, working within their full scope of practice to ensure competent care and safety. The facility, East Longmeadow Skilled Nursing Center, has been providing skilled nursing care since 1965, focusing on rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized memory care. They emphasize maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence with a highly skilled and compassionate care team. The role offers a fun, friendly, and supportive work environment with excellent compensation and benefits, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Massachusetts (MA) or Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Massachusetts (MA)

Responsibilities

Provide basic nursing care such as checking blood pressure, inserting catheters, and helping comfort patients by performing tasks such as changing and dressing.
Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status.
Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material, as applicable.
Perform direct patient care, using established procedures, policies, and standards.
Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure. Observe and document patients’ responses to pertinent medications.
Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, and professional manner.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form.
Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures.
Verify the identity of each resident before administering the medication/treatment.
Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available. Report needs to DON.
Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies.
Give a thorough, concise report at change of shift. Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner.