Geriatric Care Nurse (LPN/RN) - Patient-Centered Meds

Ave Maria Home; Bartlett (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ave Maria Home seeks a qualified nurse in Bartlett, TN. Responsibilities include dispensing medications and treatments as ordered, maintaining accurate nursing records, and supervising patient care. Requires nursing diploma, active state license, and health card.

Fosters safe patient environments and orientation to emergency plans. Experience in geriatrics is helpful, with a strong interest in geriatric nursing.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current registration with State Board of Examiners.
• Current Health Card.
• Experience in geriatrics helpful; interest in Geriatric Nursing essential.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications and treatments as ordered by physician of record.
• Note if medications have correct dosage, strength labeling and adequate supply.
• Maintain correct records of medications and treatments.
• Make nursing care assignments and check that assignments are carried out.
• Instruct and supervise patient care as needed.
• Maintain clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Orientation to nursing home fire and emergency plan.

Skills

Nursing

Geriatrics interest

Patient care

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Current registration with State Board of Examiners

Current Health Card

Job description

Ave Maria Home seeks a qualified nurse in Bartlett, TN. Responsibilities include dispensing medications and treatments as ordered, maintaining accurate nursing records, and supervising patient care. Requires nursing diploma, active state license, and health card.

Fosters safe patient environments and orientation to emergency plans. Experience in geriatrics is helpful, with a strong interest in geriatric nursing.