Join Bethesda Health as a Vocational Nursing Specialist, where you'll provide essential nursing care to improve residents' lives. Enjoy a supportive environment with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Provide basic nursing care and assist in resident assessment
Communicate significant changes in resident condition to IDT
Document assessments and interventions accurately
Participate in care planning and update care plans as needed
Implement nursing interventions and ensure timely medication administration
Monitor residents' care and identify behavioral changes
Assist with residents' ADLs as needed
Complete continuing education related to nursing
Required Qualifications
Education from an accredited school of nursing resulting in LPN
Current LPN license in the state of employment
CPR and AED certification (or willing to obtain)
IV certification (or willing to obtain)
Ability to assess basic nursing care needs of geriatric residents
Excellent communication skills
Time management and organizational skills
Ability to stand and walk for long periods
Ability to lift heavy objects using proper techniques
Ability to transfer and move patients weighing 200+ lbs
Ability to push and pull equipment weighing over 40 lbs
Manual dexterity and coordination
Visual acuity to distinguish color
Ability to perform documentation electronically and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
Long-term care experience
Benefits & Perks
403bDaily payBonusesCareer advancement opportunitiesHoliday payMedical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance for regular status employees