Licensed Nurse- Assisted Living

Bay Vista Commons

Bremerton, Washington

*New Wage Scale*

Starting wage is $29.00/hr. up to $38.34/hr. depending credentials and related experience as determined by Supervisor and HR

Bay Vista Commons is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse or a Registered Nurse with a passion for senior care to join our nursing team. The Licensed Nurse will work closely with the Director of Nursing (DNS), ADNS, Assisted Living & Memory Care Coordinators, etc., to support resident care, staffing and assist with staff training, compliance and quality measures.

Typical Duties:

• Participate in admission assessments
• Participate in 14 and 30 day new resident assessments/care plan adjustments
• Communicate and coordinate with physicians as needed for resident care/resident orders
• Communicate with DSHS Social Workers
• Communicate all aspects of resident care with DNS and ADNS.
• Assist with investigations on all fall and incident reports
• Notify State Hotline with any resident-to-resident incidents or any broken bones from falls.
• Assist Staff with resident notifications, admissions, transfers, and discharges/deaths.
• Participate in a regular staffing rotation and assist with PRN coverage.
• Demonstrate and model clinical skills, critical thinking and nursing interventions.
• Assist with regular Medication Cart audits, monitoring and obtaining medications from pharmacies.
• Provide ECP reports to DNS/ADNS with clinical input/insight.
• Develop and implement processes to monitor resident wellness, regular provider visits, dental visits, etc
• Regular resident interactions including room safety checks, housekeeping checks, resident change monitoring.
• Ensure that all BVC policies and procedures are followed.
• Ensure that all infection control procedures are carefully followed
• Notify DNS, ADNS and administrator when a resident is sent to the hospital, ER or admitted to Hospice.
• Complete 2 Step PPD Tests for all new employees.

Benefits

Martha & Mary offers competitive wages, an array of benefits and supportive work environments, where we become friends and family. We invite you to apply and become a part of one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers, voted Best Senior Care in Kitsap County and in the TOP 3 BEST NURSING HO MES in Washington State (source Newsweek 2021, 2022 and 2023).

The following benefits/compensation are offered at Martha & Mary.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued at varying rates depending on length of employment. Accrual rates begin at 5.32 hours per month based on a 40-hour workweek. These accruals include the required sick leave per Washington State’s Paid Sick Leave Law
• 40% discount on child care services while working
• Comprehensive benefit package after 60 days to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options.
• Career advancement opportunities across multiple sites and departments
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan is available immediately upon hire
• 5 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance and Counseling for life’s challenges outside of the workplace
• Cell phone, Health Club and Auto service discounts
• And much more

Martha & Mary employee benefits and wages offered are reviewed annually and are intended to be fair, beneficial and competitive in today’s market whether just entering our workforce or nearing retirement. Benefit offerings are based on employment status. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change.

We are looking for a LPN with the following strengths:

• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures.
• Understanding of and ability to deal with confidential information with discretion.
• Maintaining perspective and a sense of humor, responding positively to changes.
• Handling people and situations with understanding, diplomacy and tact.
• Setting priorities and handling multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Working cooperatively in a team environment.
• Problem solving and ability to handle unexpected/unpredictable circumstances.
• Initiative.
• Must have a genuine interest in caring for the elderly and long-term care of residents.
• Good documentation skills
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work with the team to cover additional hours, vacations, holidays, weekends, as able.

About our organization

We offer competitive pay and a supportive environment, where we become friends and family. Martha & Mary Health Services provides quality care and services to those in need of short-term care, long-term care, memory care, respite and end-of-life care. We invite you to join our team and see what makes Martha & Mary so amazing!

The work of a nurse is rewarding in itself. Where you work can make all the difference. Join our team today!

Martha and Mary has been caring for children, seniors and families in Greater Kitsap for over 130 years. Offering exceptional care that feels like family, we provide a wide continuum of care services for life's transitions, including long-term care, short-term medical and rehabilitation care, plus affordable senior housing options and outstanding early learning programs and care for children. As a non-profit, faith-based organization, we are keenly dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care. Whether you are just beginning your career, looking to enhance your skill set or building your life’s resume, by joining our mission of caring you can expect to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Supplemental schedule:

Opportunities for overtime, holiday pay

Weekly schedule:

Dependent on employee availability and facility needs.

Required education/licensure:

RN/ LPN license is required

Experience: None required. 2 plus years of applicable experience preferred!

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background and reference checks.

Martha & Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.