Agency Nurse (LPN/RN)

1w1 week ago

Indiana Fitness Works

Muncie, US · Full-time · $48,000 – $82,000

About this role

This agency nursing position is for Long Term Care facilities north of the Indianapolis area. PRN 12-hour night shifts and weekends are available for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs). Nurses provide for the daily care, health needs, safety and comfort of the resident.

Nurses assure that restorative nursing care measures are performed as indicated and ordered. They review medication systems and clinical records to verify that medical records are properly maintained and updated. Daily assignments of nursing staff are reviewed to assure duties are consistent with ability and training.

Nurses maintain open communication with nursing management on conditions of the nursing unit and concerns related to staff, residents and visitors. They supervise and manage personnel on the unit. Nurses assist and instruct staff in special treatments and nursing care.

Nurses explain treatment goals and expectations to the resident and family to obtain feedback and cooperation. Competitive pay and career advancement opportunities are offered. Indiana Fitness Works is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Possess a valid RN or LPN license in good standing according to State and Federal requirements
Ability to supervise and manage nursing personnel
Proficiency in reviewing medication systems and clinical records
Knowledge of restorative nursing care measures for long-term care residents
Flexibility to work PRN 12-hour night shifts and weekends across facilities

Responsibilities

Provide for the daily care, health needs, safety and comfort of the resident
Assure that restorative nursing care measures are performed as indicated and ordered
Maintain open communication with nursing management on conditions of the nursing unit and concerns related to staff, residents and visitors
Explain treatment goals and expectations to the resident and family to obtain feedback and cooperation
Supervise and manage personnel on the unit
Review medication system and clinical records to verify medical records are properly maintained and updated
Review daily assignments of nursing staff to assure duties consistent with ability and training
Assist and instruct nursing staff on unit in special treatments and nursing care