Shift: Days, 6:00pm to 6:30am

Schedule: Three week rotation:

• Week 1: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday
• Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday
• Week 3: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday

TABITHA’S PURPOSE:  We empower people to live joyfully, age gratefully.

• Follows through on physician’s orders in accordance with Tabitha’s policies and procedures. If appropriate, receives and records physician’s orders.
• 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 patient, watching for any sign of adverse reaction to medications.
• 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.
• Diligently observes Senior/client skin per Tabitha policies, proactively taking steps to avoid pressure ulcers.
• Completes procedures and documents the appropriate information on the Senior’s/client’s medical record in a timely manner according to Tabitha’s policies and procedures With particular attention to accuracy and timeliness, follows department protocol for submission of complete documentation.
• 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.
• Provides supervision and education to Seniors/clients for the self-administration of medications. When applicable, assists in teaching the elder/client and/or caregiver the necessary skills to allow the elder/client to return to his/her home.

BENEFITS: 

• Full benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with employer match (21+ years old)
• Wellness program
• Health Savings Account
• Workforce Development Opportunities

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 Tabitha’s discretion.

AGE REQUIREMENT:  At least age 18.

EDUCATION:  Successful completion of a Registered Nurse course of study. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 6 months experience as an RN or LPN preferred.

CREDENTIALS:  RN License in good standing as recorded on the Nebraska State Registry or other Nurse Compact state required. CPR required. Licenses must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must meet Tabitha's vaccination requirements

EEO Disability/Veteran