Registered Nurse / LPN PRN - Nights in Buhl, ID

Desert View Care Center is a lovely skilled nursing facility located in Buhl, ID. We are expanding our nursing team and we are excited that you've considered us. If you want a supportive team beside you, grateful residents around you, and a place to grow as a nurse - you've found it! We are currently hiring PRN nurses to join our amazing team! You will have the opportunity to pick up weekday and/or weekend shifts. We kindly ask that you be willing to pick up 2-4 shifts per month. Job Description: SNF nurses care for geriatric patients who require 24/7 care: • Ordering medications, equipment and supplies as prescribed. • Preparing and administering treatments/medications as ordered by the physician • Notify the resident's physician and/or family members when there is a change in resident's condition • Administering professional nursing practice services such as: tube feedings, suction, catheterization, changing of dressings, packs, and irrigations as necessary • Continuous observation and monitoring of seriously ill residents • Being the patient advocate and ensuring that other health care team members are providing care according to the resident's care plan and personal wishes • Accurately completing necessary charting as required and in a timely manner Requirements: • Possess a current Idaho RN/LPN license in good standing • Effectively communicate on a personal level with residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc. • Able to make decisions independently when warranted • Knowledge of medical and nursing practices and procedures • Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to long term care