RN or LPN - Day Shift

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: By the Lake - Elk River, MN
Job ID: 3277

Salary Range:

• LPN: $30.68 - $35.88/Hour
• RN: 37.25 - $42.25/Hour

Schedule:

• 8am - 4:30pm
• Part time, working 56 hours per pay period (2 Weeks).
• Must be available to work every other weekend (7am - 3:30pm Schedule)
• Weekend and Holiday Rotation.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the observations care and services provided to assigned residents. Supervises/monitors assigned staff. Responsible for the management of the facility in the absence of the DON and Administrator (LALD). Services are provided in accordance with the mission of Guardian Angels. Remains compliant with State and Federal rules and regulations. Follows established facility policies and procedures. Responsible for work supplies and tools to ensure that resources are used wisely. Supports and implements all safety practices.

Job Duties:

• Completes initial assessment of potential residents. Assessment is completed within two weeks of admission.
• Assures residents maintain admission criteria, reassess and recommend alternative placement if needed.
• Implements plan of care and service agreement with all new residents. Reviews/revises service plan as needed and routinely each year.
• Monitors and maintains resident's charts and clinical progress notes to assure care plans are accurate and current.
• Communicates to physicians and other interdisciplinary team any change in resident's condition or change in needs.
• Facilities coordination of resident services with service providers.
• Responsible for ordering/renewal of medications as well as physician pharmacy follow-up.
• Assures all physician orders are signed and implemented within 24 hours.
• Provides weekly medication set-up for administration by unlicensed staff. Assures that procedures and policies are followed for medication administration. Discusses errors and needed corrections with staff.
• Educates and assesses unlicensed staff in medication administration and other medical procedures within licensure guidelines.
• Assures new medication forms are in place by the first of each month. Reviews each resident's monthly medication form to ensure accuracy.
• Communicates resident information to staff via 24 hour communication book.
• Documents disposal of medication per procedure.
• Supervises medication practices and medical equipment utilized at the facility.
• Performs supervisory visits 14 days after admission and at least every 90 days thereafter.
• Assures that staff clearly understands and follows all resident care policies/procedures.
• Is available for on-call medical questions and emergencies via phone as needed.
• Addresses resident and family concerns.
• To assist in providing a dignified, respectful, resident-centered environment for residents.

Qualifications:

• Current license as an LPN or RN in the state of MN required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Three to Five years prior nursing experience is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, ability to prioritize.

Benefits Include:
Competitive wages with credit for experience. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA) - 3:1 Employer Match, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Paid Time Off/ESST, 10 Holidays, $1,000 Referral Bonus, Employee Support Program (EMPOWER), and Free Gym Membership - Club GA & Gym 365 Locations. All benefits are subject to the eligibility requirements of each benefit plan.

Mission:

Guardian Angels provides exceptional health care, housing and supportive services to seniors and their families in the spirit of Christ's love

About Guardian Angels:

Guardian Angels Senior Services is a trusted provider committed to the well-being of seniors through a range of specialized offerings. With a focus on personalized care, our dedicated team ensures that individual needs and preferences are met with compassion and expertise.

We serve more than 3,000 individuals and their families each year in the communities of Albertville, Becker, Elk River, Otsego and Zimmerman. We are blessed with a dedicated, compassionate staff of approximately 500, as well as hundreds of volunteers, members of the Friends of GA and loyal donors.

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