RN/LPN (PRN- Day- Shift)

Wendell Foster; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 3,355,833 - 4,683,840; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee Assistance Program

On the job training

Employee recognition give-a-ways

Job summary

Wendell Foster is seeking an energetic RN or LPN (PRN) for their Intermediate Care Facility in Owensboro, Kentucky. The role offers a starting hourly rate of $33.41 for RN and $24.36 for LPN, with a night shift differential and double time for holiday hours worked.

The candidate will need a valid nursing license for Kentucky, effective communication skills, and must complete required certifications. Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse (RN) in Kentucky.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record required.
• Ability to complete first aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures per physician’s orders and facility protocol.
• Administer medications and keep record of treatments.
• Communicate health information to the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Current RN or LPN license

Effective communication skills

Ability to work under supervision

Job description

Wendell Foster is interested in hiring an energetic RN or LPN (PRN) to join the team at our Intermediate Care Facility.

What matters to you:

• New hourly rate starting at $33.41 (RN) & $24.36 (LPN)
• Night shift hourly differential of $3.00
• Double time pay for holiday hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free to all employees and their immediate family members.
• On the job training
• Employee recognition give-a-ways throughout the year

What matters to us:

• Must possess a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse (RN) licensed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• Possession of valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Currently possess or able to complete first aid and CPR certification (training provided).
• Communicate well with others including staff and the residents.
• Ability to work under supervision and to supervise as needed in areas relating directly to nursing care.

Essential Functions:

Performs nursing procedures within legal scope of practice and individual training and skill level per physician’s order and facility protocol, including, but not limited to:

1. Oral/tracheotomy suctioning and care
2. G-tube care
3. Urinary catheterizations
4. Injections
5. Administration of oral and rectal medications

Keeps the interdisciplinary team and guardians/family informed of pertinent health information and significant changes in each person’s health conditions in cooperation with the Clinical Manager.

Makes rounds in assigned cottage(s) to visit each resident and assess health status at the beginning of each shift and as needed.

Administers medications per the Medication Administration policies. Initial medications/treatments are recorded on M.A.R./T.A.R.

Other Important Information:

Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.