Description

Luther Park Community is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or RN for Trinity Center at Luther Park – a 120-bed skilled nursing facility which specializes in Alzheimer’s care. We have openings on our 2p-10:30p shift. Includes working every other weekend.

The Charge Nurse will be responsible for planning, organizing, and carrying out nursing care of residents. The job responsibilities include orienting, instructing, and supervising other personnel: CNA’s, CMA’s and resident care specialists. Carries out or assigns nursing duties to other personnel. The Charge Nurse complies with established policies and procedures and performs professional nursing duties within scope of licensure.

1. Keeps DON/ADON and Evening shift supervisor informed of resident status and other pertinent matters.
2. Admit and orients new resident and involves family with orientation. Check physician’s orders, transfer forms and pre-admission information. Reviews resident’s medical and social history. Completes admission and documentation forms. Make sure that residents supplies and medications are ordered and equipment is working properly.
3. Maintains proper documentation of facility records,i.e., narcotic records,medical chart forms and others, weekly skin assessment and updating wound pictures weekly as per the weekly skin assignment. Maintains daily, weekly, or monthly weight and vital signs, and informs physician/DON/ADON and On Call Manager of any change.

We offer a great total compensation package including:

Competitive Salaries

Shift Differentials

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance, Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance, Company-paid Long Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan with 4% company match

Vacation Time, Sick Time

PLUS 3 EXTRA PAID DAYS OFF PER YEAR

Referral bonuses

Uniform Stipend

Discount meals

Continuous Training and education as well as Tuition Assistance

A post offer - employment physical, drug screen and background check are required.

Luther Park Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

1. Graduate of an approved school of nursing for RN or LPN

2. Current nursing license in good standing in the state of Iowa

3. Current CPR certification preferred.

4. One year of experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

6. Knowledgeable with current changes in nursing practice.

7. Excellent Written and oral communication skills.