Applications:

An application is required and may be completed by going to the County’s website www.belknapcounty.gov clicking on the “Employment” tile and “Apply on-line”. Resumes are encouraged but will not serve as a replacement for the required application. Questions contact: Jamie Ellsworth, Human Resources, 34 County Drive, Laconia, NH, 03246; Phone 603-729-1245. Position will remain open until filled.

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Unit Manager or Shift Supervisor, renders professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit or area of the nursing home in support of medical care as prescribed by members of the Medical Staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the Department of Nursing and within scope of practice under RSA 326-B as revised.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED:

• Hold current licensure by the N.H. State Board of Nursing.
• Must possess sincere concern and interest for the geriatric patient.
• Must maintain current certification in CPR.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Supervises and evaluates job performance of LPN’s and LNA’s. Counsels nursing assistants and recommends disciplinary action, when necessary, to the Director of Nursing. Participates in the employee evaluation process by providing information on the clinical performance of nursing assistants to the Director of Nursing. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Belknap County’s policies and applicable laws.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position may be exposed indoor and outdoor environments, and may be subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors, blood borne pathogens, physical, chemical, and respiratory hazards.
• Balancing, crouching, grasping, pulling, pushing, lifting, reaching, repetitive movement and stooping are required.
• An individual in this position will be required to assist in transfer and lift or movement of residents in excess of 75 pounds.

To view the full job posting go to https://www.belknapcounty.gov/human-resources/pages/current-job-openings

"An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/DP/V"

Pay: $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person