Job Information
Immanuel Lutheran Communities Licensed Nurse- Assisted Living in Kalispell, Montana
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary care team facilitating quality care, guided by residents’ individualized service plans, Facility policies and procedures, and State and Federal guidelines. This position is scheduled to work 12 hour shifts, Monday, Wednesday and Friday with a target start date of June 2024.
Expectations of Excellence
Understand and support the core values, mission, philosophy, and guiding principles of Immanuel Living.
Provide consistent quality and valued service, while complying with Corporate and Department policies and procedures and State and Federal regulations.
Respect the privacy, confidentiality, and possessions of those ILC serves, ILC’s staff, and Immanuel Living.
Contribute to an atmosphere of positivity, teamwork, and mutual support, while leading by example.
Look for the good in others and assume positive intentions. Be caring, compassionate and hospitable, while acting with integrity and honesty.
Ensure that a safe living and working environment exists.
Attend work regularly and follow established work schedule. Manage use of work time wisely.
Specific Duties
Follow physicians’ orders, treatments, and resident service plan approaches.
Carry out duties assigned by Assisted Living Director &/or Resident Care Coordinator.
Administer medications and treatments.
Complete medical and behavioral observations as required.
Work and coordinate with all team members to meet resident’s needs. Assist other staff assisting residents, as needed.
Work independently, while prioritizing duties and responsibilities, taking on additional assignments, maintaining accuracy and timeliness with documentation, and demonstrating the ability to problem solve.
Respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints from others.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education and Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
One (1) year experience as a nurse
Be familiar with or be willing to learn about State and Federal guidelines pertaining to long-term care
Maintain a current comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice
Professional Licenses or Certifications Required by Law
Current licensure as an LPN or RN in the State of Montana
Completion of 24 continuing education credits in 2-year period of licensure, as required by the State of Montana
Essential Physical and Mental Requirements
The incumbent must be at least 18 years of age, as position operates potentially hazardous equipment and handles and dispenses prescribed medication.
The incumbent must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work under time and/or deadline pressures.
Required vision abilities include close up and distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.