Per Diem Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• CPR certification.
• Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and nursing practices, techniques, and methods.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), with the ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting.
• Infection Control Preventionist certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments under the delegation of the RN, or the LPN in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, as applicable.
• Monitor the health, safety, and well-being of residents.
• Assist in training and monitoring medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs and report adverse reactions or changes in condition to the RN, or the LPN in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, as applicable.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date resident documentation and charting using the EHR.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary care team members, physicians, and family members.
• Promote the highest degree of service to residents while demonstrating the company’s mission.
• Participate in and attend scheduled in-service training.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and community policies and procedures.
• Perform other assigned duties, including duties as an Infection Control Preventionist.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Free parking