Registered Nurse (RN) Part Time Days Tabitha at Williamsburg

Tabitha at Williamsburg in Lincoln NE is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to work 6a-6p. This schedule includes a weekend and holiday rotation.

The Registered Nurse (RN) enhances the living experience for Tabithas Seniors/residents/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.

Essential Functions

1. Follows through on physicians orders in accordance with Tabithas policies and procedures. If appropriate receives and records physicians orders.
2. 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 Senior/client watching for any sign of adverse reaction to medications.
3. Assesses seniors/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.
4. Diligently observes Senior/client skin per Tabitha policies proactively taking steps to avoid pressure ulcers.
5. Completes procedures and documents the appropriate information on the Seniors/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.
6. Provides direction and monitors Med Aides who are delivering medications to Seniors/clients. Follows through on the comprehensive care plan as developed for each individual Senior/client.
7. Provides supervision and education to Seniors/clients for the self-administration of medications. When applicable assists in teaching the Senior/client and/or caregiver the necessary skills to allow the Senior/client to return to his/her home.
8. Assists in writing and implementing a comprehensive nursing plan of care. Updates the plan based on changes in the Senior/client physical and/or emotional state.

Ideal Candidate

• COMMUNICATION: Must be able to speak read write and understand the English language including medical terminology related to the job.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to gain access to the work area and then safely perform the duties of the job. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction). Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull ability of 50 - pounds demonstrating strength and agility at Tabithas discretion.
  
• AGE REQUIREMENT: At least age 18.
  
• EDUCATION: Successful completion of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse course of study. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  
• EXPERIENCE: 6 months experience as an RN or LPN preferred.
  
• CREDENTIALS: RN or LPN License in good standing as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry or other Nurse Compact state required. CPR Required. Licenses/credentials must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must meet Tabithas vaccination requirements

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