Registered Nurse (RN) - Luther Crest - PRN

Lutheran Senior Services; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and PTO Sell-back

Retirement savings with employer match

Education Financial Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness programs

Pay advances (PayActiv)

Caregiver support (TCARE)

Leaves of Absence

Discounts and benefits

Job summary

Lutheran Senior Services is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) in Allentown, PA to provide and coordinate care for residents in a faith-based not-for-profit senior services network.

The RN will perform nursing functions, administer medications, manage IV therapy, and document care efficiently in the EMR while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in state of practice.
• CPR certification.
• Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within licensure scope and follow Nurse Practice Act; maintain active license.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to define individualized resident care plans and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and administer IV therapies (including TPNS, blood products) and manage ports as applicable.
• Oversee medication administration and oversee ordering process; monitor IV fluids and medications as ordered.
• Maintain clinical documentation in EMR and ensure accuracy of care plans and MDS where applicable.
• Observe resident status and coordinate with services to ensure continuity of care; document progress and changes.
• Maintain safe environment; address hazards and ensure safety.
• Supervise certified staff to ensure EverTrue standards of care and services.
• Conduct rounds and document resident progress and changes in condition.

Skills

RN licensure

CPR certified

Gerontological nursing

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Description: Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) performs nursing functions within the scope of practice and provides and/or coordinates care and services to meet the residents’ physical, psychosocial, and functional care needs.

Job Responsibilities

1. Practices nursing care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act; Keeps a current active license; Follows state and federal licensure rules and regulations for the level of care in which they practice and in accordance with EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures
2. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team in defining individualized plans of care for each resident; Works closely with nursing leadership to ensure regulatory compliance; Promotes individual and team learning and provides teaching and role modeling of professional nursing practices to staff for quality clinical care
3. Mixes TPNs, hangs first bag of blood for infusions, accesses, and de-accesses ports, performs IV pushes, and carries out other duties consistent with the registered nurse licensure
4. Passes medication and/or oversees the medication ordering and administration process; Administers medications and treatments to residents; monitors administration of I.V. fluids, supplemental nourishments, and medications when ordered; I.V. certified nurses may initiate I.V. therapy
5. Maintains a working knowledge and understanding of the observation/assessment and documentation process for the level of licensure in which they work, including care and service plans and the MDS as applicable
6. Utilizes the electronic medical record to capture full clinical documentation in accordance with policy and procedures
7. Observes resident status as necessary to assure quality care; Coordinates with other resident services to assure continuity of care; Documents medical information and maintains detailed, timely, and accurate reports
8. Maintains a safe, comfortable, and functional environment by assessing potential hazards; Implements practices to maintain optimum safety
9. Oversees and directs the certified staff and others as assigned to ensure the EverTrue standards of care and services are provided
10. Performs rounds according to established schedule; Documents resident progress, changes in condition, etc.
11. Reports and supports investigative protocols as it relates to staff or resident incidents and/or accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• RN licensure in state of practice
• Graduate of an accredited/approved nursing school BSN preferred
• Must be CPR certified
• Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical requirements and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to lift 30lbs, and push/pull 50lbs. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, speech clarity, speech recognition, written expression, and requires sensory abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat); Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members; Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary; Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions; Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.

EverTrue Pay & Benefits

• Pay grade: 14, $31.05/hour to $49.75/hour.
• Eligible for shift differentials: Yes.
• $3.00/hour evenings; $2.50/hour nights; $2.50/hour weekends (States of IL & MO; May vary in other states)
• For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
• All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
• Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees... Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
• Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees... Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.

Additional Information: N/A

Lutheran Senior Services is a faith-based, mission-driven not-for-profit network that specializes in enhancing life for seniors, ages 62-plus. With 19 locations in Missouri and Illinois, we offer quality choices and exceptional support for retirement living. Through affordable housing sites, in-home services and senior living communities, we provide a person-centered approach to a comprehensive continuum of life choices. Building upon a tradition of excellence for over 160 years, Lutheran Senior Services is fulfilling its Christian mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest.