Carlsbad By The Sea is a continuing care resort-style retirement community on the coast in beautiful Carlsbad.
We currently have an openings for a PT LVN for the weekend overnight shift. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing is responsible for supervising CNA's, RNA’s and Nurses Aids to ensure that quality patient care and needs.
Join our team where you will:
- Coordinates and performs patient/resident assessments and plan of care evaluations.
- Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician.
- Updates care plans; reports and documents change of condition and incident reports.
- Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per facility policy and within standards of nursing practice.
- Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient/resident needs.
- Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected.
- Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy.
- Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Uses equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care. Follows department safety protocols at all times. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
- Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.
Required:
- Current LVN licensure on file. Experience in long-term care community health, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nursing desirable. Knowledgeable in current State and Federal regulation.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Basic mathematical skills required.
- Must be able to understand, follow, support and initiate policies and procedures of the facility. Must be able to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately