Perm - LVN/LPN - Long Term Care (Nights)

Job Description

About us:

Welcome to  United Health System  , where excellence in healthcare meets a commitment to compassionate and personalized patient care. At  United Health System , we are dedicated to fostering an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and the well-being of our patients and staff. As a leading healthcare organization, our mission is to provide high-quality healthcare services across diverse communities.

Mission:

Our mission at United Health System is to deliver exceptional and comprehensive healthcare services that prioritize the unique needs of each individual. We strive to contribute to the health and well-being of the communities we serve, guided by principles of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Core Values:

1. Patient-Centered Care: We prioritize the health and satisfaction of our patients, tailoring our services to address their individual needs.

2. Innovation: We embrace innovation in healthcare, staying at the forefront of industry advancements to provide the best possible care to our patients.

3. Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration, fostering strong partnerships with our healthcare teams and the communities we serve.

Career Opportunities:

At  United Health System , we recognize that our success is driven by the dedication and expertise of our staff. We offer exciting career opportunities for passionate and qualified individuals who share our commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.

Join us on our journey to make a positive impact in the healthcare industry. If you are seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional growth, explore our current job openings and consider joining  United Health System .

United Health System is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all qualified applicants.

Position: Perm - LVN/LPN - Long Term Care (Nights)

Location: Kane, PA 16735

Duration: Perm                          

Pay rate: $25/hr on W2

Shift: Nights 6PM - 6AM // Two days on // Two days off // Three days on // 84-hours

• New Grads welcome to apply

Job  Requirements :

GENERAL DUTIES

• Physician's Computer Company: EHR/EMR
• Administers and records medication, treatments and monitoring e.g. glucose checks, as ordered and reports and documents resident response
• Accurately transcribes physician's orders
• Completes monthly summaries as scheduled
• Reviews the care plan with NAs on monthly summary day and updates the care plan to reflect the resident’s current condition.
• Notifies the RN Supervisor immediately of a significant change in resident’s condition
• Reports and records changes in resident condition to the RN Supervisor
• Communicates resident transfers to immediate family and via email to department heads
• Completes transfer form for all transfers
• Updates care plans with clear, concise, time limited goals to reflect resident condition and directs team to implement approaches
• Assists physicians with rounds, examinations and treatments as needed
• Collects laboratory specimens e.g.: urine, cultures, stool, etc. and arranges for delivery to Hospital with accurate and complete requisitions.  Documents in PCC when laboratory work is done
• On resident death, supervises and assists with post mortem procedures. Assists with collection of resident's clothing and belongings.   Notifies all department heads of death via email, makes phone calls as directed by RN Supervisor
• Encourages resident participation in scheduled activities
• Reports to team changes in resident condition, care plan changes and any special assignments to be carried out
• Assists RN Supervisor with annual evaluations of nursing assistants
• Along with RN Supervisor, writes commendations and counseling records as needed
• Accurately completes incident reports or assists team members in writing report
• Documents weights and vital signs and follows up as needed, including reweighing residents if there is a three pound or more discrepancy from the last weight
• Cleans and stocks treatment trays daily
• Prepares daily report for the wing
• Counts narcotics with another nurse at beginning and end of shift
• Maintains an accurate inventory of resident belongings - notes new items brought in and items removed from facility
• Maintains work area in clean, orderly condition. Performs housekeeping assignments as scheduled
• Submits maintenance requests as needed
• Maintains a clean, safe and healthy environment and reports potential safety hazards
• Supervises and directs resident care by nursing assistants to insure the prescribed plan of care is carried out
• Performs additional duties as directed by supervisor
• Attends care plan conference for residents on assigned wing if requested
• Assists in orientation of new nursing staff
• Adjusts staffing assignments as needed to insure good resident care
• Conducts team conferences as needed
• Assures that staff is familiar with changes in policies and procedures
• Updates the daily census as needed
• Monitors NA documentation for completeness and compliance with regulations
• Collects data for quality assurance studies as directed
• Monitors nurse aide job performance for compliance with infection control practices
• Provides direct care for residents as needed, within restrictions
• Seeks clarification or guidance to perform job responsibilities when in doubt
• Documents drug disposal on resident charts in PCC.
• Attends in-services, department and staff meetings, committee meetings as required
• Assist CNA’s on the hall as needed