Join Bethesda Health as a Vocational Nursing Specialist, where you'll provide essential nursing care to improve residents' lives while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
Key Responsibilities
Provide basic nursing care and assist in resident assessment
Communicate significant changes in condition to the interdisciplinary team
Document all assessments and interventions accurately
Participate in the care planning process and update care plans as needed
Administer medications and treatments safely and timely
Monitor residents closely for changes in condition
Assist with residents' activities of daily living (ADLs)
Complete required continuing education hours
Required Qualifications
Education from an accredited school of nursing resulting in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse
Current LPN license in the state of employment
CPR and AED certification required or willing to obtain within six months
IV certification required or willing to obtain within six months
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 40lbs
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