RN - Full Time Nights - Tabitha in Crete
Company: Tabitha
Location: Crete
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Overview$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS -TABITHAS PURPOSE: - We empower
people to live joyfully, age gratefully.ResponsibilitiesPOSITION
SUMMARY:Each RN, regardless of title, enhances the living
experience for Tabithas Seniors/residents/clients (hereinafter,
Seniors/clients) by performing various prescribed medical treatment
and personal care services under the direction of the physician
supporting the medical plan of care and meeting the written
comprehensive care plan objectives, while functioning within the
appropriate scope of practice. While doing so, they will contribute
to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of
Seniors/clients through respectful, professional, competent and
personable interaction. - - This TEAMember strives to uphold
Tabithas LIVE2Care Culture and actively embraces Tabithas Core
Values. By doing so, the TEAMember supports Tabitha goals related
to the dignity, respect, independence, competence, autonomy,
personal comfort, safety and security of elders/clients. In
addition, the employee contributes to the success of Tabitha
through ongoing collaboration with family members, coworkers,
management, volunteers and others in the organization.ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:
- Follows through on physicians orders in accordance with
Tabithas policies and procedures. If appropriate, receives and
records physicians orders.
- Prepares, administers, and/or supervises administration of
medication, treatments and other nursing services as ordered by the
physician and according to facility policies/procedures. Observes
elder/client, watching for any sign of adverse reaction to
medications.
- Assesses elders/clients assigned to him/her in regard to
physical, mental and psychosocial status, reporting condition
changes in a timely manner to immediate supervisor and provides
follow-up with family and physician as directed. Takes and
accurately records vital signs.
- Completes procedures and documents the appropriate information
on the elders/clients medical record in a timely manner according
to Tabithas policies and procedures. With particular attention to
accuracy and timeliness, follows department protocol for submission
of completed documentation.
- Provides direction and monitors Med Aides who are delivering
medications to elders/clients. Follows through on the comprehensive
care plan as developed for each individual elder/client.
- Provides supervision and education to elders/clients for the
self-administration of medications. When applicable, assists in
teaching the elder/client and/or caregiver the necessary skills to
allow the elder/client to return to his/her home.
- Assists in writing and implementing a comprehensive nursing
plan of care. Updates the plan based on changes in the elder/client
physical and/or emotional state. - -Tabithas Core Values As a
member of the Tabitha team, I willCAREextend unwavering Christian
compassionCONNECTbuild relationships rooted in love, because love
mattersCUSTOMER CENTRICidentify, clarify and anticipate needs to
exceed expectationsCOLLABORATEcreate an atmosphere of
teamworkCULTIVATEnurture an environment of innovation and
growthCOURAGEdemonstrate confidence, boldness and
determinationCOMMITdevote our time, talent and
treasuresCELEBRATErecognize and encourage all accomplishments big
and small -QualificationsCOMMUNICATION: Must be able to speak,
read, write, and understand the English language including medical
terminology related to the job. Sufficient fluency to be able to
understand and follow written and verbal instructions, provide
instruction to others, read and understand a plan of care or
service plan, policies, procedures or other similar documentation,
interact successfully with Seniors/clients/caregivers, hold a
conversation, conduct or participate in meetings, compose
professional e-mails or other written communication, prepare
legible, accurate and thorough documentation as required by the job
and effectively interact with coworkers, customers, vendors,
volunteers, managers and family members. Ability to recognize and
interpret non-verbal cues. Ability to respond calmly and clearly to
emergencies and emotional situations. -PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to gain access to the work area and then safely perform the
duties of the job while utilizing standard and specialized
equipment, including but not limited to the equipment described
below. Physical stamina with the ability to perform duties while
moving about the work area for the entire shift with few
opportunities to sit down and with little or no break between
tasks. - - Strength and agility sufficient to frequently and
continuously lift, push, pull, reach, squat, kneel, bend, carry,
twist, pinch, grasp, climb stairs while performing duties (such as
transferring and re-positioning) and manipulating various supplies
and equipment. Frequent periods of intense activity. Ability to
safely perform unassisted transfers (to and from bed, chair,
toilet, commode, bathtub or shower) and otherwise provide care to
Seniors/clients who are weak, frail, obese, or unable to assist due
to limited mobility, quadriplegia, paraplegia, tremors, paralysis,
etc. -Ability to remain calm and work effectively when others (such
as Seniors/clients, coworkers or family members) experience
emotional extremes, up to and including elders/clients who become
combative. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without
correction). Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull ability and pass
a 50 - pound physical exam demonstrating strength and agility prior
to employment and from time to time thereafter at Tabithas
discretion. - - - - AGE REQUIREMENT: - At least age 18.EDUCATION: -
Successful completion of a Registered Nurse course of study. High
School Diploma or equivalent preferred.EXPERIENCE: - 6 months
experience as an RN, preferred. CREDENTIALS: - RN License in good
standing as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry or other Nurse
Compact state required. CPR Required. - License must be kept up to
date at the expense of the employee. CPR Certification which must
be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must meet
Tabitha's vaccination requirements -EEO Disability/Veteran -
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