What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Staff Nurse - Per Diem (7-3 Shift) position at WINDMERE?
Competitive LPN wages commensurate with experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
• Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed by the State of New Jersey
• CPR Certification
SKILLS:
• Sincere desire to work with the geriatric population
• High level of patience, empathy and compassion
• Excellent knowledge in their field
• Excellent observation skills with attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate the needs and moods of residents and interact with residents under all conditions
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills and an acute sense of responsibility
• Adept at data entry and strong knowledge of Microsoft
• Knowledge of computer functions, including designated organization-approved electronic software
• Excellent oral and written communications with residents, staff, families and the public
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position
EXPERIENCE:
• Previous clinical and/or healthcare experience
• Experience in Long Term Care nursing preferred
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Understanding of state and federal healthcare laws and regulations
• Provide professional care to residents
• Perform professional duties as determined by qualifications and training
• Assume charge of unit in absence of supervisor, if necessary
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:
• Support the Mission, Values and Vision of the Holland Christian Home
• Understand and honor the Christian principles of the organization
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Residential Living principles, including resident choice, privacy, independence, and dignity in all interactions with residents
• Demonstrate an understanding of the aging process, cognitive impairments, Alzheimer’s and other dementias
• Ensure all assigned user ID codes and passwords for accessing resident / facility information are kept confidential; ensure the departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines
• Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility’s information system
• Maintain HIPAA compliance as well as confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations data
• Exhibit concern for safety and well-being of staff, residents, families, and visitors
OTHER DUTIES:
• Timely completion of all required in-services
• Must be present for at least one mandatory annual fire drill
• Must participate in annual N95 Fit Testing
• All other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned
HOURS OF WORK:
• As per department schedule
• Weekends, if required
