Night Nurse ( LPN or RN ) 11p-7a

GlobalPoint HC; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalPoint HC in Massachusetts is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide nursing care aligned with RN responsibilities in a skilled nursing setting. You will supervise CNAs, assist in care planning, and ensure accurate documentation and charting of resident status.

The role requires MA RN or LPN licensure, current CPR/AED certification, ability to lift and assist with patient care, and excellent communication with physicians and family members. Nursing department contact is Unit Manager.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Massachusetts as RN or LPN.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR/AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report symptoms and resident conditions.
• Administer medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Provide treatments as ordered and transcribe orders.
• Maintain resident records including medications, treatments and progress.
• Assist with care plans, history, MDS, and care coordination.
• Supervise CNAs and participate in nurse orientations.
• Perform direct resident care and call MDs for tests or appointments.
• Keep accurate documentation and update care plans.

Skills

English proficiency

CPR/AED Certification

Recognize changes in patient condition

Education

RN or LPN license (MA)

Nursing program graduate

Job description

Rate posted is RN rate. LPNs accepted but will recieved a $10/hr lower rate.

DEPARTMENT

Nursing

JOB REPORT TO

Unit Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides nursing care services consistent with responsibilities of RN.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and report symptoms and conditions of residents.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physician.
• Give treatments as ordered.
• Count narcotics and maintain record of same.
• Maintain records reflecting resident condition, medication, treatments and progress.
• Transcribe physician written and telephone orders.
• Place drug orders.
• Assist with completion of nursing history and assessment, MDS, and care plans.
• Assist in orientation and supervision of nursing staff.
• Perform direct resident care as necessary.
• Conform to recognized nursing practice and facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in ongoing in-service education.
• Assume Charge Nurse Responsibilities when necessary.
• Prepare/coordination of CNA assignments
• Responsible to call MDs. Book tests, labs, x-rays, and medical appointments
• Assist the MDs in making rounds and preparing charts for MD signatures
• Check meal tray for accuracy
• Directly supervise CNAs
• Perform all treatments and assessments as requires
• Perform resident admissions and discharges
• Notify MD/NP of any changes in resident status
• Notify family members/HCP of changes in treatment status
• Documentation/nurses notes
• Responsible for updating care plans
• Answers to nurse managers

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift up to fifty pounds.
• Able to push/pull forty pounds.
• Able to stand for up to four (4) hours per day.
• Able to bend, squat, and stoop to floor level.
• Able to kneel.
• Able to walk.
• Able to reach heights of up to four and one-half feet.
• Able to see and hear with or without prostheses
• Able to move intermittently
• Able to cope with physical and mental job stress

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to recognize changes in the condition of residents and to take action required.
• Able to read, write and speak in English in a legible and understandable manner.
• Current CPR/AED Certification

EDUCATION

Licensed in the State of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.