Licensed Medication Nursing Aide, Full Time 3rd Shift

Covenant Living Communities and Services; Keene (NH); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and long

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paidholidays

403(b) with 3% employer match

Fitness center use at most facilities

Life, AD&D, Tuition assistance andschl

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Covenant Living Communities and Services is hiring a Licensed Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and support on the nursing unit. The role involves administering medications, documenting resident needs, and coordinating with the team under supervision of RNs and LPNs.

The incumbent will assist in admissions, explain care plans to residents and families, maintain charts, and ensure medication security. English communication and compassion are essential requirements.

Formación

• High School Diploma required.
• Licensed Medication Nursing Aide in appropriate state.
• Completion of a state approved program "Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel" with certificate of completion.
• 1 year experience as a Licensed Nursing Assistant.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver patient care according to established policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and document resident needs.
• Direct other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit when indicated.
• Communicate observations and needs to charge nurse and supervisor on a regular basis.
• Assist in admission and orientation of new residents to the facility and explain nursing care to residents and families.
• Maintain clinical charts, medication records, and security of medications on the unit.

Conocimientos

English communication

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Educación

High School Diploma

Licensed Medication Nursing Aide

Descripción del empleo

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! This position is accountable for delivering patient care according to established policies and procedures. The position is responsible for carrying out direct physical cares, administration of medications and treatments according to physician's orders, documentation of resident needs and conditions, and when indicated, direction of other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit. This position may be designated as "responsible/ charge" on a unit on a particular shift, but is accountable to the LPN for monitoring and RN for supervision.

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! This position is accountable for delivering patient care according to established policies and procedures. The position is responsible for carrying out direct physical cares, administration of medications and treatments according to physician's orders, documentation of resident needs and conditions, and when indicated, direction of other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit. This position may be designated as "responsible/ charge" on a unit on a particular shift, but is accountable to the LPN for monitoring and RN for supervision. Communicate on a regular basis with the charge nurse regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, conditions, etc. Observe residents' medical, mental and emotional conditions and communicate changes to appropriate staff. When indicated is responsible for notifying the supervisor and family members according to prescribed procedures. Assist in the admission and orientation of new residents to the facility; Provide explanation and offer understanding of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures and provide support relating to medical care as appropriate. Maintain clinical charts and medication records and other medical and department records. Responsible for security of medications on the unit. Prepare, administer and record medications according to physicians' orders. Assure the inventory of medications, re-ordering as needed. Count and record controlled substances. Is responsible to notify the supervisor when resident's medication is about to be stopped or prescriptions are expiring.

Education And Work Experience

Required Degree: High School Diploma

Certificate(s)

• Licensed Medication Nursing Aide in appropriate state
• Completion of a state approved program "Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel", including testing of skills by a licensed nurse at the facility and presentation of certificate of completion from the above course.

Experience

• 1 year experience as a Licensed Nursing Assistant

Knowledge, Skills And Ability

• Minimum of 6 months full time experience as a nursing assistant in a long-term geriatric setting.
• Requires a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth. Proven leadership skills necessary.
• Good observation skills are required. The position requires the ability to treat patient information confidentially.
• The individual must be well organized and the ability to understand and show compassion to senior adults is essential.
• Must be able to communicate (written and verbal) effectively in English with residents, family and staff.

Physical Requirements The majority of time is spent between standing and walking. There is considerable amount of bending, stooping and supporting residents. Must be able to lift weights of 25 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance and the ability to support weights of 100 pounds. Manual dexterity and keen vision are necessary in use of equipment. May be exposed to unpleasant conditions and is at risk of exposure to potentially infectious material as part of the routine job functions.

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Compensation Pay Range $21.00 - $28.79 per hour

Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.79 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

Benefits For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits:
  • Life, AD&D
  • Tuition assistance and scholarships
  • Employee assistance program
  • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
  • Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.