Job description

Assisted Living & Memory Care - Patient Care

Small facility - Licensed for 34 beds.

Knowledge of geriatric, restorative and general chronic care nursing principles and professional standards of nursing practice and the ability to apply to resident specific circumstances. Able to identify, implement and evaluate appropriate objectives and interventions for residents.

Demonstrates competency in clinical skills needed for facility resident population.

Working knowledge of laws and regulations that influence the provision of care and services in nursing facilities.

Working knowledge and ability to interpret and demonstrate facility policies, procedures to direct care staff.

Sufficient organizational and interpersonal skills to assign, motivate staff, elicit work output, improve quality and interact effectively with residents, families, interdisciplinary team members, administration and government officials.

Carries out all duties in accord with the facility mission and philosophy.

Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each resident in all interactions.

Appreciates the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of resident and facility information.

Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property.

Able to understand and to follow written and verbal directions. Able to express self adequately, accurately in written and/or oral communication (including documentation in clinical records) with direct care staff, interdisciplinary team members, administration, and government officials.

Knowledge of emergency and disaster procedures of the facility. Able to locate the nearest exit, to understand and respond to written or oral instruction in case of an emergency.

Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely through the building, to assure resident safety at all times and to assist, transfer or otherwise move residents of the facility out of danger in case of emergency.

Working knowledge and ability to comply with facility policies and procedures for workplace safety including infection control procedures, application of universal precautions for bloodborne pathogens, use of personal protective equipment and handling of hazardous materials.

Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties/projects within allotted time.

Able to respond to change productively and to handle additional tasks/projects as assigned. Able to carry out the essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of others.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $20.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Patient Care Nursing Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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