RN - LTC

Details

Client Name
Lutheran Home at Kane

Job Type
Permanent

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
LTC

Job ID
34843783


Shift Details

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
09/23/2026


Job Description
BASIC KNOWLEDGE AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a current license in PA as a registered nurse
Must possess knowledge of: medical asepsis, body mechanics, personal care of residents, correct use and care of equipment, observation techniques, reporting and recording, thorough knowledge of nursing theory and it's application
Must be willing to possess knowledge of and comply with regulations, policies, procedures, contracts and philosophy of the institution
Must maintain a courteous and professional manner toward residents, visitors and co-workers and a dedication to meet the needs of the elderly
Must have awareness of cost containment, utilize time fully, and properly care for equipment
Must possess ability to accept and follow written and verbal directives
Must utilize good communication and observation skills
Exercise independent judgment and effectively deal with emergency situations
GENERAL DUTIES

Physician's Computer Company: EHR/EMR
Administers and records medication, treatments and monitoring e.g. glucose checks, as ordered and reports and documents resident response
Accurately transcribes physician's orders
Completes monthly summaries as scheduled
Reviews the care plan with NAs on monthly summary day and updates the care plan to reflect the resident's current condition.
Notifies the RN Supervisor immediately of a significant change in resident's condition
Reports and records changes in resident condition to the RN Supervisor
Communicates resident transfers to immediate family and via email to department heads
Completes transfer form for all transfers
Updates care plans with clear, concise, time limited goals to reflect resident condition and directs team to implement approaches
Assists physicians with rounds, examinations and treatments as needed
Collects laboratory specimens e.g.: urine, cultures, stool, etc. and arranges for delivery to Hospital with accurate and complete requisitions. Documents in PCC when laboratory work is done
On resident death, supervises and assists with post mortem procedures. Assists with collection of resident's clothing and belongings. Notifies all department heads of death via email, makes phone calls as directed by RN Supervisor
Encourages resident participation in scheduled activities
Reports to team changes in resident condition, care plan changes and any special assignments to be carried out
Assists RN Supervisor with annual evaluations of nursing assistants
Along with RN Supervisor, writes commendations and counseling records as needed
Accurately completes incident reports or assists team members in writing report
Documents weights and vital signs and follows up as needed, including reweighing residents if there is a three pound or more discrepancy from the last weight
Cleans and stocks treatment trays daily
Prepares daily report for the wing
Counts narcotics with another nurse at beginning and end of shift
Maintains an accurate inventory of resident belongings - notes new items brought in and items removed from facility
Maintains work area in clean, orderly condition. Performs housekeeping assignments as scheduled
Submits maintenance requests as needed
Maintains a clean, safe and healthy environment and reports potential safety hazards
Supervises and directs resident care by nursing assistants to insure the prescribed plan of care is carried out
Performs additional duties as directed by supervisor
Attends care plan conference for residents on assigned wing if requested
Assists in orientation of new nursing staff
Adjusts staffing assignments as needed to insure good resident care
Conducts team conferences as needed
Assures that staff is familiar with changes in policies and procedures
Updates the daily census as needed
Monitors NA documentation for completeness and compliance with regulations
Collects data for quality assurance studies as directed
Monitors nurse aide job performance for compliance with infection control practices
Provides direct care for residents as needed, within restrictions
Seeks clarification or guidance to perform job responsibilities when in doubt
Documents drug disposal on resident charts in PCC.
Attends in-services, department and staff meetings, committee meetings as required
Assist CNA's on the hall as needed
DRESS CODE

Uniforms -Any colored scrubs
Shoes - clean and in good repair - no open toe sandals
Hair - clean
Sweaters - cardigans, vests of any color
Jewelry - no large or dangling earrings or necklaces.
No heavy perfumes
Name tags - worn daily
No short or jogging pants
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Good physical health and mental alertness to be capable of performing job functions and complete work assignments in a timely manner
Ability to pass employment physicals and as required
Knowledge of principles of good body mechanics
Have physician permission to perform duties outlined in the transitional duty job description
Must be free of communicable disease

Benefits (100% employer paid unless candidate takes premium rates):

401(k)
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off (72 hours/year)
Paid training
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance


Client Details

Address
100 High Point Drive

City
Kane

State
PA

Zip Code
16735