What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse - LPN - PT Day Shift position at Cottages of Lake St Louis?
Nurse - LPN - Part Time
Flex Wage: On demand pay
- PT Days
- 1 day a week and every other weekend
At Cottages the Clinical Support Team Nurses are responsible for monitoring the clinical status of the elders and delivering care.
Functions of the job:
- Obtain an update on each elder from the Care Partner (CNA) during each shift
- Visit each elder during each shift to monitor clinical status, and to determine if the clinical care needs of the elder are being met. Clinical assessments should be elder-specific, consider the primary diagnosis and risks specific to the individual elder.
- Assess each elder for unresolved/untreated pain. Plan and implement pain management interventions when appropriate, especially related to: skin integrity, bowel and bladder status, including continence and bowel movement monitoring, mentation, ambulation status, nutrition (weights) and hydration, and the effects of medication
- Identify any clinical teaching needs of the Care Partner, elder or family. Provide the teaching and complete the documentation
- Monitor standard precautions (i.e. presence of gloves, soap, towels, etc.)
- Administer treatments and medications
- Monitor overall adequacy of the care plan
- Review compliance with the care plan
- Maintain emergency supplies and equipment
- Conduct physical assessment of each elder
- Conduct MDS assessments, infection control, and care planning activities
In addition to their roles in providing clinical assessment, treatment, and evaluation for the elders, the CST members are also partners with the Care Partners and bring the following four professional roles in relationship to the Care Partners: Care role model – recognizing the strengths and abilities of each elder, supporting these strengths to minimize excess disability, and ensuring that care approaches are person-directed and allow the elder maximum control over his/her care and life. Erotological expert – bringing one’s skills, expertise and specialized training in assessment, care and treatment of aging people to bear on care and services provided in the cottage. Care team partner – As care team partners, all individuals involved in care must share information, listen to one another, share power and foster creativity.
- Mentor and teacher – acting as trusted guides and advisors to the Care Partners, as well as imparting knowledge and teaching skills.
- Cottages of Lake St. Louis provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $34
