Nightshift RN/LPN

The Carriages; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carriages in Bloomington, Illinois is seeking a Night RN/LPN to provide high-quality holistic nursing care while leading licensed and non-professional staff. The role involves essential nursing duties such as measuring vitals, administering medications, and providing emotional support. The ideal candidate should have proven experience as a licensed nurse, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle stress. The organization values service, leadership, and improvement, providing a supportive work environment for its team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as licensed nurse.
• Ability to undertake diverse care tasks in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology.

Responsibilities

• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate.
• Administer injections and prescribed medications.
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication skills

Compassion

Physical stamina

Interpersonal skills

Education

Licensed Nurse

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

RN/LPN

The Carriages of Bloomington is growing our TEAM and we are looking for exceptional individuals to fill our Night RN/LPN position (6p-6a). We take pride in providing our Residents with quality care, sensitivity, and kindness while respecting their independence.

Core Principles

• SERVICE & GROWTH: We will be passionate about caring for and serving our residents and their families, and in seeking new residents.
• LEADERSHIP: We will seek to build effective leaders at every level of the organization.
• SIMPLICITY: We will focus on the fundamentals.
• IMPROVEMENT: We will get a little better each day.
• STEWARDSHIP: We will be good stewards of all our resources.
• ATTITUDE: We will enthusiastically support each other in accomplishing our mission and goals.
• PERSEVERANCE: We will never give up.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide high-quality, holistic nursing care in accordance with nursing practice of professional nursing. You will lead licensed and non-professional staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions. Working with Memory Care is a must.

Responsibilities

• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress and side-effects of medications, etc.
• Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing, etc.
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, etc.
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed.
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as licensed nurse.
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with assisted living procedures.
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices.
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology.
• Knowledge of Point Click Care.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and able to handle stress.

The Carriages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.