Registered Nurse (RN) - Breeze Park, FT Day/Evening

Lutheran Senior Services•St. Charles, MO

2d•$31 - $50

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) performs nursing functions within the scope of practice and provides and/or coordinates care and services to meet residents’ physical, psychosocial, and functional care needs. The RN practices in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and applicable state and federal regulations, as well as EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized resident care plans, supports regulatory compliance, and promotes staff learning and high-quality clinical care. Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments, performing duties permitted by RN licensure, documenting care in the electronic medical record, monitoring residents, coordinating continuity of care, and directing certified staff as assigned. The position also includes scheduled rounds and reporting or supporting investigations of staff or resident incidents and accidents. The work environment includes a well-lighted and ventilated area with temperature control. The role may involve emotionally upset residents or family members, exposure to airborne particles, chemicals, infectious waste and diseases, and work beyond normal hours or on weekends and holidays when necessary. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

RN licensure in the state of practice.
Graduate of an accredited or approved nursing school.
Must be CPR certified.
Ability to lift 30 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice nursing within the scope of licensure and in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, current license requirements, applicable regulations, and EverTrue policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized resident plans of care and work with nursing leadership to support regulatory compliance.
Promote individual and team learning, including teaching and role modeling professional nursing practices for staff.
Mix TPNs, hang the first bag of blood for infusions, access and de-access ports, perform IV pushes, and carry out other duties consistent with RN licensure.
Pass medications and/or oversee medication ordering and administration; administer medications and treatments; monitor ordered IV fluids, supplemental nourishments, and medications; and initiate IV therapy if IV certified.
Maintain working knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes for the level of licensure, including care and service plans and the MDS as applicable.
Use the electronic medical record to complete clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
Observe resident status, coordinate with other resident services to ensure continuity of care, and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate medical documentation.
Assess potential hazards and implement practices that maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment.
Oversee and direct certified staff and others as assigned to ensure EverTrue standards of care and services are provided.
Perform rounds according to the established schedule and document resident progress and changes in condition.
Report and support investigative protocols related to staff or resident incidents and accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution.
Education Financial Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness benefits.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of Absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
Commuter support.
Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees and full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Shift differentials: $3.00 per hour for evenings, $2.50 per hour for nights, and $2.50 per hour for weekends in Illinois and Missouri; amounts may vary in other states.