LPN

Status: Part-Time
Shift: Day Shift 6:00am-2:00pm, Evening 2pm-10pm, or NOC 10pm-6am, working every other weekend as part of part-time schedule.
Wage: $26-$28/hr
Location: Ovation Heartwood - 470 Maxwell Plz, Omaha, NE 68154

An Ovation team member will emulate the Ovation brand with a focus on service, exceeding expectations and creating exceptional, memorable moments for all residents. Team members will always embrace and emulate the Ovation mission statement and core values and set an example of these values for all those that interact with them. They will assist residents to find their passion for life and pursuit of engagement within the Ovation family and create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the community. They will encourage and support teamwork and create memorable moments for our residents.

Our Mission: To enhance the life of every person we serve

Supports and maintains The Avamere Family of Companies Core Values:

Integrity above all else
Passion for the quality of people's lives
Quality that is obvious
Innovation, not emulation
A culture of respect, belonging, and celebration of diversity
Reaching to learn, grow and embrace change
Teamwork, trust, camaraderie, and fun

Responsibilities:

• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistance in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care community. As assigned by DHS or Supervisor.
• Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by the community.
• Periodically review the departments policies, procedures, job descriptions and make recommendations for revisions.
• Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts', services, programs and activities.
• Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day-to-day nursing procedures performed in this community
• Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
• Participate in Community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested.
• Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan. Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required.
• Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary.
• Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge.
• Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physician's Order Form.
• Transcribe physician's orders to resident charts, Kardex, medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required.
• Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician, as needed.
• Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
• Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the DHS or supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must Possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LPN/LVN in this state.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.

Employee Perks:

• Employee meal credit
• Tuition assistance
• Career development opportunities
• Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more
• Generous PTO policy
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, and AD&D coverage