RN/LPN FT 6a-2:30p EOW

Trinity Center•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Luther Park Community is seeking an RN/LPN for Trinity Center at Luther Park Community, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility which specializes in Alzheimer’s care. If you are a skilled, compassionate nurse that is dedicated to making sure the best quality of care is given, we want to talk to you! JOB SUMMARY: The Charge Nurse will be responsible for planning, organizing and carrying out nursing care of our residents. Responsibilities include orientating, instructing and supervising our CNAs, CMAs and resident care specialists. The Charge Nurse complies with established policies and procedures and performs professional nursing duties within scope of licensure.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing for RN/LPN
Current nursing license in good standing in the state of Iowa
Current CPR certification preferred or obtained within 30 days of hire
One year of experience in a geriatric setting preferred
Supervisory course for LPN required
Knowledgeable with current changes in nursing practice
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Background check, physical, drug screen and TB test required

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification preferred
One year of experience in a geriatric setting preferred

Responsibilities

Gives and receives report. Updates assignment sheets for CNAs, CMAs and resident care specialists
Carries out or assigns nursing duties to other personnel
Contacts physicians as needed for change in condition of resident
Informs resident and families of new physician order(s) and changes in Plan of Care within mandated time frame
Keeps DON, ADON and evening shift supervisor informed of resident status and other pertinent matters
Admits and orients new resident and involves family with orientation
Checks physician’s orders, transfer forms and pre-admission information; reviews resident’s medical and social history; completes admissions and documentation forms; ensures residents supplies and medications are ordered and equipment is working properly
Maintains proper documentation of facility records, i.e., narcotic records, medical chart forms, weekly skin assessment and update wound pictures weekly
Maintains daily, weekly or monthly weight and vital signs and informs DON, ADON and On Call Manager of any changes
Discharges residents to the community or other facilities. Contacts family prior to any transfers to hospital and ensures resident is escorted to transportation or transfer vehicle, completes required forms/documentation
Performs, supervises or assists with resident’s care according to policies and procedures. Assigns CNA, CMA or resident care specialist to daily routines and check all staff charting is complete every shift
Prepares and administers medications and treatments as prescribed. Authorizes, evaluates and co-signs PRN meds given by CMA, completes follow-up documentation on all PRN’s given and responsible for narcotic count at each shift change
Makes independent decisions regarding nursing care.
Examines and gives emergency treatment to residents and/or personnel involved in accidents, notifies physician/family and DON, ADON or ON Call Manager and completes investigation report
Accompanies physician on rounds and assists with examinations and treatments
Encourages participation of all staff in the overall Plan of Care for each resident

Benefits

Competitive Salaries
Shift Differential
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Short-term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with 4% company match
PTO with 3 extra paid days per year for Birthday, Work Anniversary and Floating Holiday
Referral Bonuses
Discount Meals
Uniform Stipend
Continuous Training and Education as well as Tuition Assistance