What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN/RN Nights position at Volunteers of America National Services?
Come join our awesome team at The Preserve as an LPN or RN!!
The Preserve is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Located on the corner of Plantation Road and 6 Mile Cypress Parkway in beautiful Fort Myers, we provide Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Care Services (Post-Acute Rehabilitation & Long-term care).
"The Preserve Rehabilitation and Living Center is proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!”.
Shift: 7:00pm-7:00am
Pay:
- LPN - $24.00 - $30.50 per hour, based on verified work experience
- RN - $32.14 - $39.94 per hour, based on verified work experience
Benefit Highlights:
- Generous “refer a friend” bonus, up to $2,000
- 403(b) Retirement Plan;
- Pay in Lieu of benefit options available
- Employee Discount Program (car rental, wireless carriers, travel, uniforms, etc.)
- Career scholarships;
- Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
- Partial insurance (*must work 24 hrs. or more)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days – must work 24 hrs. or more
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NetSpend – Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse shall perform in accordance with state and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices of the particular institution in which the LPN or RN is performing his/her duties. The LPN or RN is qualified by education, training, and experience and demonstrated abilities to give nursing care under the direction of a RN and to have the knowledge of the principles of psychological, biological and social sciences.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of practice. Maintain a current CPR Certification.
- Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.
- Ability to understand residents’ charts, doctor’s orders, residents’ plan of care, medication orders.
- Must possess the ability to effectively gather clinical data in regards to resident status and condition.
- Maintain IV Certification if required in the state of practice.
- Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention & Infection Control and OSHA guidelines.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
- Ability to pass drug, criminal and employment screenings.
Required Qualifications:
- Able to meet the requirements identified in the Essential Functions.
- Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.
- Ability to prioritize duties.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Role models positive & open communication skills with all staff, customers, guests, residents and families.
- Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications and treatments.
- Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect per facility policy.
- Accurately utilizes electronic systems of documentation as required per facility policy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
- Role models positive & open communication skills with all staff, customers, guests, residents and families.
- Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications and treatments.
- Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect per facility policy.
- Accurately utilizes electronic systems of documentation as required per facility policy.
Come join our team and learn why Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 6 years running by its employees and our employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not “just a job”.
Take pride in helping others and join us today!
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
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This position requires compliance with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process. Please see the Clearinghouse screening information here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.