Job Summary
RN/LPN PRN Long Term Care – Long Term Care PRN at Salem Memorial District Hospital.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.
Purpose: Provide direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care. Follow the mission, vision, and values of Salem Memorial District Hospital.
Works under the supervision of the department director/charge nurse.
Proactively recognize and assist patients throughout the healthcare system, responding to their needs and concerns promptly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- When in Charge Nurse role, make assignments and facilitate continuity of care and patient safety.
- Use critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patients' physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs.
- Adhere to professional standards, follow policies and procedures, and abide by federal, state, and local requirements.
- Follow hospital safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, and critical lab notification to ensure optimal safety.
- Maintain work area and equipment cleanliness according to department standards.
- Attend and participate in departmental meetings, in‑services, and required training.
- Keep abreast of current trends and knowledge through continuing education.
Qualifications
- Current Missouri Registered Nurse license or current LPN license (new graduates within 6 months of hire or after first successful attempt of Missouri state boards).
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.
Other Duties As Required
Other duties as required.
Additional Information
Position Type: Pool/PRN/Per Diem.
Shift: Other.
EOE.
Contact Information
Salem Memorial District Hospital
35629 Highway 72
Salem, MO 65560
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