Job Description
Looking for a FT Evening Nurse 3-11pm Hi! Stop searching! We are Solomons Nursing Center and we are looking for the best and brightest to help us change long term care. At Greentree we believe that happy, appreciated staff leads to happy residents, and that is what we are all about. We understand that you work to have a life, not the other way around . We offer the following benefits so you can excel at work and in life. New competitive rates! We support and care about our employees. Beautiful location and comfortable working environment Flexible scheduling Continuous learning-tuition reimbursement Excellent Benefits Generous vacation package MUST HAVE A MARYLAND LPN OR RN LICENSE! Positions Summary: To provide direct nursing care to residents under the medical direction and supervision of the residents’ attending physicians, the Director of Nursing Services, and the Medical Director of the facility. To monitor the performance of non-licensed personnel. You will also assist in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the physical and psychological need of the resident, in accordance with established medical practices and the requirements of the policies and procedures of this facility in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards governing the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Works throughout the nursing service area. Moves intermittently during work hours. Sits, stands, pushes, bends, stoops and walks intermittently through the workday. May lift and move patients and equipment. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with medical staff, nursing personnel and other department personnel. Works beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post – disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing education programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, bruise, scratches and odors, etc. throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke and the air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including but not limited to TB AIDS and Hepatitis B. Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure – Category One (High Exposure Risk). May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents’ needs Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Knowledge of elderly, ill, and/or disabled. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition an enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition. Basic understanding of following step-by-step procedures. Follows and understands written and oral directions. Knowledge of equipment used in long-term care (e.g., lifts, wheelchairs, Geri chairs, and scales). Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Required Competencies: QUALITY & PRODUCTIVITY Provides high quality services, processes and programs while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance the facility. Meets or exceeds goals and objectives and consistently engages in productive work effort requiring, minimal direction from manager. PROFESSIONALISM Demonstrates self-control by maintaining composure in difficult situations; deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations. Projects a professional image of oneself and the organization and demonstrates a positive attitude towards work and the organization. ACCOUNTABILITY Demonstrates commitment to the position and accepts responsibility for personal actions. COLLABORATION & TEAMWORK Supports a positive team environment in which employees participate, respect and cooperate with each other to achieve desired results. Builds and sustains cooperative working relationships and demonstrates a positive att