What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge Nurse-RN/LPN position at Beautiful Savior Home?
RN OR LPN CHARGE NURSE OPPORTUNITIES!!
Offering Day & Night, Full, Part or PRN positions. 12 hour shifts.
Great Starting Salary based on experience, education, licensure and/or certifications.
Customizable benefit package!!
We are looking for a reliable RN (Registered Nurse) or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to provide care for long term care residents in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services and follow current Physician's orders. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.
Responsibilities
- Record a patient’s medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
- Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
- Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
Skills
- Proven experience as RN
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with long term care, health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Perfect physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program (or RN) is a must
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
License/Certification:
- Missouri RN OR LPN Licensure (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $34