New Grad Nurse - RN/LPNs - $12,000 Bonus - Apply here!

Company: American Health Partners
Location: Jackson
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

$12,000 Bonus Upon Licensure!AHC-American Health Communities is a network of 29 skilled nursing and rehab facilities. We treat patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery and provide daily care for long-term residents. Our parent company, American Health Partners, is a multifaceted company with operations in seven states. Come grow with us!The role of theGraduate Nurse LPN/RN position is to provide basic resident care in a manner conducive to the comfort and safety of residents, as well as give direct nursing care to residents. This position will assess resident health needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director of Nursing Services in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility, and local, state and federal regulations, to maximize the fulfillment of care-giving needs of the patients.POSITION SUMMARYIf you enjoy leading a team that's focused on making life better for others, we want you to join our AHC staff. As an LPN/RN graduate nurse, your skills will be rewarded with competitive pay, generous benefits and opportunities to expand your capabilities and advance in your career.In this role, you'll provide personalized health care to residents and supervise other caregivers to ensure the comfort and safety of those we serve. Typical daily tasks include:Direct the day-to-day functions of nursing assistant and other staff being supervisedGive direct nursing care to residentsVisit all assigned residents at regular intervals during tour of dutySupervise feeding of residents as necessaryNotify physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner when resident's condition warrantsPerform administrative duties, such as documenting of:Nurses' notesAssessmentsPhysician/Nurse Practitioner/ Physician's Assistant ordersDischarge plansDietary changesReportsMiscellaneous forms, charts, etc.Chart pertinent facts and information in a professional, clear and comprehensive mannerAdmit, transfer and discharge resident according to policyRecognize and respond to changes in residents' conditions and document observations, interventions and outcomesOrder from pharmacy, prepare, administer and document medications and treatments as ordered by physician/nurse practitioner/physician's assistantEnsure that physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner sign off on all verbal orders and document processConduct and/or monitor prescribed treatments, such as dressing changes, drawing of blood, catheter changes, NG tube insertion and removal, laboratory work, etc.Give and receive condition report from the on-coming and off-going shiftPerform emergency procedures, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and in the event of death, notify family and appropriate other partiesRecognize, intervene, report and document accidents and incidents when they occurMonitor and update care plans on each shift as appropriateSupervise and participate in fire safety and other disaster drills and be prepared to carry out duties in the event on an actual eventRecognize, intervene and/or report complaints and grievances from resident's, families, visitors and employeesMonitor the facility for possible health and safety hazardsMaintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions and other information relating to residents, employees and facilityFollow the established universal precautions and isolation proceduresUpdate daily census report and submit as requiredAttend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classesCheck inventory and request equipment, supplies, etc.Assist in updates of written policies and procedures of routine nursing careParticipate in surveys made by authorized government agenciesMonitor and participate in daily clean-up of the nurses' stationPerform other related duties as assigned by supervisorREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing for Licensed Practical NursesCurrent State of Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse (See exception below)Exception: employed as a Graduate Nurse until successful completion of the State board per Governor's Executive order No. 28, dated April 17, 2020, amending Executive Order No. 26, paragraph 7.16. If unsuccessful with State board, employee becomes ineligible for LPN Nurse position.ORGraduate of an accredited School of Nursing for Registered NursesCurrent State of Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse (See exception below)Exception: employed as a Graduate Nurse until successful completion of the State board per Governor's Executive order No. 28, dated April 17, 2020, amending Executive Order No. 26, paragraph 7.16. If unsuccessful with State board, employee becomes ineligible for RN Nurse position.Current CPR CertificationOTHER REQUIREMENTSMust be willing and able to work flexible hours, including possible overtime, shift changes and weekendsJob will require frequent lifting of objects up to 50 poundsSome travel requiredSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises support staff including training, scheduling and assigning work; reviewing performance and recommending salary increases, promotions or discharges; and assisting in problem-solving for staff issuesThe bonus terms begin once proof of Valid State Nursing License is obtained.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEROur Organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.#HP

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