LTC: RN/LPN Full Time

Saunders Medical Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN or LPN for a full-time day shift position. This role involves providing essential nursing care to residents, ensuring continuity of care, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, with opportunities for professional growth and additional bonuses. Join a supportive team that values quality care and community resources, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. If you are passionate about nursing and ready to contribute to a caring environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Gas Stipend

Shift Differential

Additional Bonuses

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• One or more years of LTC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents as ordered.
• Administer medications and treatments per doctor's orders.
• Keep accurate and complete records of patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Record Keeping

Communication Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

SMC is currently looking for aFULL-TIME DAYshift RN or LPN tojoin our team.

Our current bonuses are as follows:
RNFull-time - $10,000
LPN Full-time - $7,500

Additional Bonuses, Gas Stipend and Shift Differential are available!

SUMMARY

Provide professional nursing care to residents as ordered by the Medical Staff and as outlined by the policies and procedures of Health Services. Assist in maintaining continuity of nursing care given to the patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assess and meet residents' immediate needs.

Keep accurate and complete records.

Observe, record, and report to physician or immediate supervisor any significant change in the patient's condition associated with drugs, treatments or any other disease process.

Acquire knowledge of each background and history. Assist in planning and documentation of the total care for each patient.

Assist in directing, supervising, assigning, orientating, and teaching, of assigned personnel.

Use all opportunities for teaching both patients and their families.

Be aware of community resources that are available for the patient's continued nursing care after his/her dismissal. Assist in arranging resources for those that need them.

Interpret LTC policies for the patient, his/her family, and the community.

Administer medications, treatments, oxygen therapy and aerosols as outlined in the procedure manual and as indicated by doctor's orders. Attend annual in-service on these issues.

Assist with ordering, receiving and handling supplies as needed.

Assist with narcotic count at end of each shift and assure accuracy before allowing the staff to leave.

Assist with Quality Performance Improvement as assigned.

Provide direction and monitoring of medication administration by medication aide following the prevailing practice standards of the profession. The charge nurse will be responsible for observing and taking appropriate action regarding side effects, desired effects, intervention, and contraindication associated with the medication.

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited associate degree of nursing, diploma, or Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing program.

One or more years of LTC experience preferred, but not required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current Nebraska RN/LPN license.