RN or LPN 7a - 7p FT 3/4 EOW FLOAT EM

ARBOR ACRES UNITED METHODIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY INC • Winston-Salem, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Arbor Acres is seeking compassionate, knowledgeable LPNs or RNs to join a community that values individual choices and artistry in both living and work. In this role, you'll ensure resident medical care is top-notch, while helping to create a living experience that values the idea of community, participation, and independence. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants rewarding work that makes a difference every day. Our residents are generally low-acuity and we have an exceptional staff to resident ratio. Our ideal employee believes that the job tasks are important, but also values connecting with residents. We believe that connection enhances the residents’ lives, but also brings an equally brings a sense of meaning and fulfillment to our staff. At Arbor Acres, our employees are more than team members; we're a community. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating successes, and creating meaningful connections with our residents and coworkers.

Requirements

• LPN or RN License is required in the state of NC.
• Graduation from a recognized LPN or RN course of study approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• License to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina.
• Must have valid and active North Carolina Driver's license.
• The ability to understand, speak, read/write English and perform general math calculations (pill counts, etc.)
• Knowledge of duties within LPN scope of practice.
• Able to value other staff and residents to promote a healthy team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual is a plus, but not required (some of our residents may have a native language which brings them joy to speak with others.)

Responsibilities

• Directs, instructs, teaches, coaches, corrects and disciplines as appropriate the RAs and Medical Unit Secretaries in order to develop an effective team and assure the quality of work performed.
• Verifies identity of residents receiving medications, mixes or assembles drugs, administers drugs to resident, observes ingestion and records n MAR.
• Documents effectiveness of PRN drug on MAR.
• Maintains up-to-date medical records of care given.
• Documents reasons for which prescribed drugs are not administered, i.e. resident away from building, etc.
• Assists with assessment of resident needs.
• Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers as necessary.
• Collects and communicates information on resident conditions.
• Assures accountability for controlled drugs.
• Reports supply needs to appropriate personnel.
• Reports pharmaceutical needs to appropriate personnel.
• Performs tasks as assigned, including but not limited to, the following: dresses wounds, gives enemas and douches applies hot and cold compresses as needed operates EKG, suctioning equipment and O2 equipment obtains specimens for laboratory performs venipuncture.
• Performs duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by the Director of Nursing or another authorized supervisor.
• Ensures residents are cared for and protected, supporting CNAs to ensure care at the highest level.
• Performs LPN duties within scope of practice: Dresses wounds, gives enemas and douches, applies hot and cold compresses as needed, operates EKG, suctioning equipment and O2 equipment, obtains specimens for laboratory, performs venipuncture.

Benefits

• Welcoming, values-based culture
• A focus on learning and growth.
• Scholarships and tuition reimbursement
• Department dedicated to building training for leadership growth and onboarding support.
• Opportunities to enhance internal and external career options and growth.
• Celebrations for Employee of the Quarter, Service Awards and Scholarship Applicants Celebration Weeks (for each department & the whole company): Food Trucks, DJs, Raffles and Awards
• 403(b); matched at 200% (up to 6% of salary)
• Employee Assistance Program (6 free counseling sessions annually)
• Generous Resident Christmas Gift
• Excellent Medical Plan with Text Medicine
• Vision
• Dental
• The company fully pays for Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Free meal per shift with a great menu and options to purchase other food items on campus
• Employee Auction
• Wellness Center access while you are on break or just before or after your shift
• Above Average Shift Differentials
• Time and a Half Pay for all worked Holidays (8)
• Life Insurance
• Retirement (we match double, up to 6% of your pay)
• PTO and PTO sellback
• Emergency Support for Artists in crisis
• Employee Assistance Program for ALL employees
• Onsite Wellness Center with employee hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree