Job description

Join Wheaton Village, a compassionate caring environment for those who require long term care with chronic mental health management. We are looking for a reliable RN and LPN to care for people in a professional and considerate manner. RN/LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. Ideal candidates will have knowledge and passion in caring for those with chronic mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Record a patient’s medical history accurately
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Skills

• Proven experience as RN or LPN
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge EMR, quick learner
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to handle stressful situations with composure and compassion
• Successful completion of Rn or LPN license program is a must

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: From $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Psychiatry

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN or RN (Required)

Work Location: In person

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