Full Time Mental Health LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Full-Time | 10:45 PM-7:15 AM
As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay.

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees.

Provides basic nursing care by assisting in the assessment of the resident on admission and on an ongoing basis. Accurately documents all assessments. Participates in the care planning process for the resident. Updates the care plan when specific interventions indicate the need for revision. Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members along with the residents and their families. Implements necessary and appropriate nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs. Documents interventions accurately and timely. Uses critical thinking skills when dealing with residents' changes in condition. Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication tool. Monitors the care of the residents closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively. Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively address the situation for immediate problem resolution. Remains aware of the status of the residents to quickly identify behavioral changes or other untoward signs or symptoms. Answers call lights and/or assists with residents' ADLs as needed. Completes, at a minimum, twelve hours of offerings related to nursing related continuing education. Has a commitment to keep current with best nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda's policies and self-study. Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse

Current LPN license in the state you will be working

Long-term care experience preferred

Must be able to assess the basic nursing care needs of the geriatric resident

Must possess excellent communication skills to interact with residents, visitors and staff

Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary

Ability to transfer and move patients who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary

Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbsusing proper techniques and with assistance whennecessary

Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment

Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color

Ability to physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in writing

26.96- $43.25 per hour

Category: LPN

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