Part-Time - Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Evenings - Eventide Prairie Commons

Eventide•Grand Island, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eventide Prairie Commons in Grand Island is hiring a part-time Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for an evening shift from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. (four hours), with an every-other-weekend and holiday rotation. The Charge Nurse ensures nursing care is provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations and Eventide’s philosophy, policies, and procedures. The role includes carrying out physician orders; administering or supervising medications and treatments; monitoring residents for changes in condition or adverse medication reactions; recording vital signs and other clinical information; and maintaining timely, accurate medical records. The nurse also supports care planning, directs and monitors medication aides, provides medication-related supervision and education to residents, and may teach residents or caregivers skills needed for a return home. Tabitha is now Eventide.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Successful completion of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse course of study.
RN or LPN license in good standing, as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry or another Nurse Compact state.
Current CPR certification is required.
Licenses and credentials must be kept up to date at the employee’s expense.
Must meet Eventide’s vaccination requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Six months of experience as an RN or LPN preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow through on physician orders in accordance with Eventide policies and procedures; receive and record orders when appropriate.
Prepare, administer, and/or supervise the administration of medications, treatments, and other nursing services as ordered and in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Observe residents/clients for adverse reactions to medications.
Assess assigned residents/clients’ physical, mental, and psychosocial status; report changes promptly to the immediate supervisor and follow up with family and physician as directed.
Take and accurately record vital signs.
Observe residents’/clients’ skin in accordance with Eventide policies and take proactive steps to help avoid pressure ulcers.
Complete procedures and document information in residents’/clients’ medical records accurately and on time, following department submission protocols.
Provide direction to and monitor medication aides who deliver medications to residents/clients.
Follow the comprehensive care plan developed for each resident/client.
Supervise and educate residents/clients in the self-administration of medications.
When applicable, help teach residents/clients and/or caregivers skills needed for the resident/client to return home.
Assist with writing and implementing comprehensive nursing plans of care and update plans based on changes in residents’/clients’ physical or emotional condition.