Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse, Skilled Nursing

Job Summary

Nationalhcs has Registered Nurse (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) positions for a long-term care facility in Cameron, MO. This facility provides comprehensive rehabilitation and nursing services to patients with varying levels of disabilities.

Specifics

8-week assignments
8 Licensed Nurses (RN/LPN) currently needed
Shifts:
1st shift (6:30am-7:00pm) - One Infection Control Nurse Manager (RN)
1st shift (7:00am-7:00pm) - Three Licensed Nurses (RN/LPN)
2nd shift (7:00pm-7:00am) - Four Licensed Nurses (RN/LPN)
Note: Facility is willing to work with shift times
Normal shift times are:
1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm)
2nd shift (2:00pm-10:30pm)
3rd shift (10:00pm-6:30am)

Description of Work

Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL)
Obtain and record vital signs and weights per policy
Answer patient calls
Apply simple clean dressings, slings, stockings, and support bandages under the direction of a licensed nurse, as permitted by state regulations
Administer prescription medications and/or start IV if needed
Give injections
Monitor catheters
Clean patients' equipment and general living area, as assigned
Dress wounds
Assist with medical procedures
Clean rooms and bed linens
Interact with residents for social stimulation and emotional support
Document patient health issues and report to physicians

Requirements

Minimum 1-year nursing experience, preferably in a nursing home, clinical, or psychiatric setting
Active/Clear nurse licensure valid in the state of Missouri
Active/Clear BLS (American Heart Association)
Direct care experience within the previous year in the US
Experience working with electronic medical records, email, and computer literate
Successful completion of competency testing, drug screen, background check, physical exam, immunizations, and other agency screening/application requirements
Successful completion of other Client/facility screening/application requirements

Benefits

Excellent pay
Weekly payroll
Direct deposit
Employee benefits: 401-K, Vacation, Healthcare, Dental
Referral Program
Detailed list of benefits