LPN Rehab Nurse| Full-Time | 6:30am - 7pm

Bethesda-Health-Group; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group in Belleville, IL seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to provide basic nursing care, assess residents, and document care plans. You will coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, timely interventions for each resident.

Responsibilities include medication administration, IV care if certified, and active participation in quality improvement. Strong communication and critical thinking are essential to support the facility’s standards and resident

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse license required in state of employment.
• IV Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment.
• Current CPR/AED Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment.
• Ability to assess basic nursing care needs of geriatric residents.
• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and ongoing resident assessments.
• Accurately document assessments and communicate significant changes to the IDT.
• Contribute to the care planning process and update plans as interventions change.
• Administer medications and treatments in a safe and timely manner.
• Maintain compliance with policies and quality improvement processes.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nursing assessment

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Tools

IV Certification

Job description

Memorial Care Center

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People!

At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others.

As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as:

• 403b
• daily pay
• bonuses
• career advancement opportunities
• holiday pay

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees.

Summary

Provides basic nursing care by assisting in the assessment of the resident on admission and on an ongoing basis. Remains knowledgeable about and communicates to the appropriate interdisciplinary team (IDT) member any significant change in condition. Accurately documents all assessments. Seeks guidance if unsure of any assessment findings. Participates in the care planning process for the resident. Updates the care plan when specific interventions indicate the need for revision. Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members along with the residents and their families. Implements necessary and appropriate nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs. Ensures interventions such as medication administration and treatments are accomplished in a safe and timely manner. Administers IV fluid only if IV certified. Documents interventions accurately and timely. Uses critical thinking skills when dealing with residents' changes in condition. Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication tool. Maintains composure during any crisis situation such as family dissatisfaction, staff disputes, or inclement weather in a calm and professional manner. Monitors the care of the residents closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively. Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively address the situation for immediate problem resolution. Remains aware of the status of the residents to quickly identify behavioral changes or other untoward signs or symptoms. Answers call lights and/or assists with residents' ADLs as needed. Completes, at a minimum, twelve hours of offerings related to nursing related continuing education. Has a commitment to keep current with best nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda's policies and self-study. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.

Job Qualifications

• Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Long-term care/Rehab/Assisted Living experience preferred
• Current license in the state you will be working as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• IV Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Current CPR/AED Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Must be able to assess the basic nursing care needs of the geriatric resident
• Must possess excellent communication skills to interact with residents, visitors and staff
• Excellent time management and organizational skills are required
• Must possess critical thinking skills

Pay range: $26.96 - $43.95 per hour

Category: LPN/RN

Voluntary Self-Identification

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