Nurse-Part Time Weekends

Are you an LPN or a Registered Nurse?

Are you seeking Part-Time work? Do you enjoy working with the elderly?

The Kensington at Hastings has an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time Nurse.

The schedule includes e/o weekend rotation and some days as an on-call nurse.

Since 1987, Agemark has been providing a caring, family environment for the elderly. The Kensington in Hastings, NE, an assisted living community offers innovative, life-affirming programs within buildings that are rich and history. Residents have the freedom, choices, and encouragement to engage in meaningful pursuits. Our employees are not only qualified and knowledgeable about elder care but also passionate about helping people of all ages make the most of living each day.

The Nurse will:

• Review and update service plans according to State requirements.
• Perform or supervise the performance of individual nursing services as required.
• Implement wellness programs to maximize health through education, preventative care, etc.
• With the Family Service Coordinator, assess prospective residents to determine care needs and appropriateness for residency. Coordinate Wellness Services procedures to admit new residents.
• Train/orientate staff concerning Wellness Services functions and procedures as directed; provide staff in-services as required.
• Identify at-risk residents and help create a risk management plan if needed.
• Communicate with residents, families, staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers regarding resident health issues and service plans.
• Facilitate alternative placement or supplemental care when appropriate.
• Oversee medication setup and delivery system.
• Respond to resident emergency calls as needed; review and document emergency call responses.
• Hours are every other weekend, Saturday-8 hours and Sunday 8 Hours.
  • That same week, take calls M-F 6a-6p with an On-Call stipend

Nurse Requirements:

• LPN or Registered Nurse degree
• Licensed for Nebraska
• 1 year working with seniors preferred
• Knowledge of medication, dosage, and terminology
• Knowledge of medication side effects
• Knowledge of health factors in seniors
• Proven track record of integrity
• Excellent verbal/written communication and problem-solving skills
• Must be detail-oriented and accurate
• Able to evaluate the resident's condition for changes or symptoms.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of verbal and written information about residents, prospective residents, facility operations, and personnel
• Strong English communication skills are essential for seamless interaction with residents and colleagues.

Since 1987, at Agemark, we believe people heal and grow best when they feel like part of whole-person wellness involving mind, body, and spirit! It’s the foundation for our approach to senior care and it’s also how we choose, train, and care for our team. Agemark Senior Living Communities embraces FOUR core values: Professionalism, Commitment, Integrity, and Compassion. If you believe in doing what feels right, advocate for our elderly community, and want to be part of our Great Place to Work, we would love to hear from you. Be a part of our organization where it’s our job to create a purposeful life for our loved ones and be the change we all want to see in our world. EOE.

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