Licensed Practical Nurse - Support Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse - Support Nurse
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Job Description
Are you a dedicated nursing professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in a missiondriven environment Sisters of the Humility of Mary is looking for a kind caring and driven caregiver to join our Villa Maria PA nonprofit as a fulltime Licensed Practical Nurse and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
A hidden treasure tucked away in a quiet serene campus located just over the Pennsylvania border we are just minutes away from Hubbard Coitsville Struthers and much of the Youngstown area! Ohio becoming part of the Compact has made it easier than ever for Ohio nurses to get their multistate license and find their next rewarding career in Pennsylvania!
In addition to the inherent rewarding nature of the work our team enjoys wonderful benefits and perks such as health insurance life insurance paid time off (PTO) a retirement plan and free meals.
Join us in our mission to serve with humility and compassion. Apply now!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Transports Sisters to and from doctors offices laboratories and hospitals for their medical appointments.
- Provides supervision to Sisters and/or assists with personal hygiene and activities of daily living while promoting independence as necessary to meet individual resident needs.
- Administers medications and treatments monitoring for changes and maintaining current and accurate medication records.
- Assist Sisters with ambulation and transfers to activity events.
- Responsible for testing and setting up isolation precautions meal deliveries etc.
- Greets visitors answers questions and refers to staff members or departments to ensure that visitors are promptly served.
- Assist Sisters with transportation to activities and appointments within the community to ensure safety and timely arrival.
- Responsible for accurate reporting and documentation to promote effective communication and thereby provide optimal continuity of care.
- Maintains compliance with the Sisters of the Humility of Mary (SHM) policies and procedures in accordance with governing laws regulations regulatory agencies accreditation bodies and community standards.
- Consistently demonstrates individual and team behavior that supports personcentered and SHM philosophies of care.
- Participates in the residents care plan to enhance the quality of life resident rights privacy and confidentiality.
- Communicate with team members to promote effective communication and coordination of services.
- Advises and coaches as opportunities arise. Reports noted performance or safety issues to the Director of Sister Care.
- Conducts planned and spontaneous activities with individual Sisters small groups including dementia programming to promote the highest level of resident functioning while promoting selfesteem.
- Promotes a safe calm and healing environment.
- Has knowledge of and implements emergency measures to ensure Sister safety and comfort in the event of an accident fire or disaster.
- Participates in required training and annual inservices meeting all assigned deadlines. Applies education to practice.
- Seeks assistance from the Director of Sister Care for care planning purposes or any other needs as they are identified.
- Completes incident reports for falls or any event that is not a part of normal daily operations.
- Floats throughout the healthcare unit Assumption and Humility halls to meet the needs of Sisters and to promote teamwork.
- Provides care and utilizes supplies in a fiscally responsible manner.
- Participates in the on call rotation.
- Maintains attendance as defined by HR policy.
- Consistently upholds the mission values and behavioral standards of the SHM that is inclusive of the HEART core values.
- Maintains confidentiality and is respectful of the diverse needs of others.
- Demonstrates flexibility by accepting other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience: Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in personal care assisted living and geriatric nursing preferred.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of internet software.
Certificates Licenses Registrations:
Valid current Pennsylvania practical nursing license in good standing
CPR Certification approved by the American Heart Association
Basic Life Support Certification
First Aid Certification
Valid drivers license
Verified safe driving record with DMV
Update automobile insurance
ABOUT US
Since our early beginnings in the village of DommartinsousAmance France our religious community has existed to serve the needs of the poor and neglected. In the spirit of our founders we respond to the changing needs of our day through a diversity of ministries. We build on a long history as educators pastoral ministers healthcare practitioners and social service providers to continue the lifegiving message of Jesus. As we do we join with other religious women around the world to create a peaceful world bring justice for all people and promote care for our earth.
In that same spirit we strive to serve those who work with us. The word HEART summarizes our core values and reflects our desire to create an atmosphere of Hospitality Excellence Appreciation Respect and Teamwork. We also offer generous benefits to show our employees that we value them and their efforts.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
If you are passionate driven and committed to making a difference we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities.
Employment Type
Trainee
