jobs in Gatlinburg, TN

Nursing Jobs in Gatlinburg, TN

Regional RN

Overview Discover What’s Possible! At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts that make up the whole. We appreciate them for the work they do each day to showcase their talents and gifts. Are you a RN that is ready to take your talents on the road? We are hiring a Regional RN for our the centers in the region. As a Regional RN you will provide workforce support to assigned centers within the region. At the assigned center, you will render skilled technical nursing services to residents within an assigned unit in support of the medical care staff and will supervise CNAs to ensure a high quality of care is provided to all residents. Full Time Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE - employee hardship fund Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet Discover What’s Possible at Diversicare! APPLY NOW! Diversicare provides post-acute care services to patients and residents at 43 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Together, with our team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we leverage our diverse strengths to provide each patient and resident with healthcare serves that best meet their needs. It is Diversicare’s Mission to “Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations.” We are guided to excellence by five Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards. We build on trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation and strong communication skills to shape the culture in our workplace. Diversicare team members play a critical role in fostering an environment of Service Excellence. Our Service Standards are in place to offer support. They lead us to what matters most to our company: creating a warm, caring, safe and professional environment for our customers and each other. Our culture of impassioned service delivery is the Diversicare Difference . Responsibilities 1. Receives report on patient/resident status from previous shift and provides this communication to oncoming shift.2. Makes physical rounds in assigned area of oversight assessing quality of care, intervening with provision of care and interacting with care givers and patients/residents.3. Provides direct care in line with the responsibilities of a nurse, assessing conditions, communicating with attending physicians/practitioners and carrying out nursing functions according to the needs of the patients.4. Assists in establishing a plan of care for patients based on their unique needs and in line with physician orders.5. Is a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team.6. Accurately documents patient/resident condition including assessments, communication and care provided.7. May directly provide or supervise other providers of care such as medication pass, nursing care, documentation, treatments and supervision.8. Evaluates performance of nurses, nursing assistants and trained medication aides; coaches and disciplines as needed.9. Assesses and monitors to verify patient/residents’ needs are met and policies and procedures are followed.10. May respond and coordinate actions in emergency situations.11. Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing Services.12. Assists with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program initiatives.13. Ensures safe work practices are followed.14. Provides empathetic communication to families, patients/residents regarding change of condition and in response to care concerns, ensures resident rights are respected.15. Must be able to travel to any center within the region/company.16. Must be available to work overtime up to double shifts. Qualifications Has a current license by the State Board of Nursing as an RN. Must have the ability to lead and motivate subordinates. Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis. Able to work intimately with residents, physicians, and staff. Experience in the long term care setting preferred. Capable of working to prescribed nursing standards. Good interpersonal and communication skills; has an interest to perform a service. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LPN

Temporary

2 days ago

Regional LPN

Diversicare Bryson City, NC

Overview Discover What’s Possible! At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts that make up the whole. We appreciate them for the work they do each day to showcase their talents and gifts. Are you a LPN that is ready to take your talents on the road? We are hiring a Regional LPN for the centers in the region. As a Regional LPN you will provide workforce support to assigned centers within the region. At the assigned center, you will render skilled technical nursing services to residents within an assigned unit in support of medical care staff RN staff and will supervise CNAs to ensure a high quality of care is provided to all residents. Full Time Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE - employee hardship fund Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet Discover What’s Possible at Diversicare! APPLY NOW! Diversicare provides post-acute care services to patients and residents at 43 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Together, with our team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we leverage our diverse strengths to provide each patient and resident with healthcare serves that best meet their needs. It is Diversicare’s Mission to “Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations.” We are guided to excellence by five Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards. We build on trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation and strong communication skills to shape the culture in our workplace. Diversicare team members play a critical role in fostering an environment of Service Excellence. Our Service Standards are in place to offer support. They lead us to what matters most to our company: creating a warm, caring, safe and professional environment for our customers and each other. Our culture of impassioned service delivery is the Diversicare Difference . Responsibilities 1. Responsible for daily nursing operations of a specific unit/wing.2. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the residents; checks each resident daily to determine status; ensures residents reach highest attainable level of functioning.3. Prepares equipment and assists physicians during their rounds.4. Administers prescribed medications, orally or by injection; provides treatments using therapeutic equipment; ensures proper handling and storage of medications and controlled substances.5. Observes residents’ reactions to medication and treatment.6. Observes, records, and reports changes in residents’ condition to supervisor and attending physician.7. Maintains residents’ medical record by way of documentation, as required by policy.8. Assists in planning, supervising and instructing CNA’s; assigns daily work assignments to ensure positive outcomes for residents.9. Implements and maintains policies are utilized.10. Ensures that safe work practices are utilized.11. Ensure proper infection control techniques are utilized.12. Assists in the Continuous Quality Improvement Program and ensures follow-up occurs.13. Reports accurately to oncoming shift Charge LPN’s regarding change in resident status and follow-up needs.14. Provides input for CNA performance evaluations.15. Coaches, counsels and disciplines CNA’s as needed; ensures personnel policies are followed.16. Recommends staffing, equipment and supply needs to DNS.17. Responsible for capturing charges for supplies issued to residents on that unit.18. Participates in care planning process and ensures the nursing component is implemented.19. Ensures the rights of residents are respected; coordinates with other departments and ensures residents are taken to activities, etc.20. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or the Director of Nursing Services.21. Must be able to travel to any center within the region/company.22. Must be available to work overtime up to double shifts. Qualifications 1. Has a current, unrestricted license by the State Board of Nursing, as an LPN/LVN.2. Must have the ability to lead and motivate subordinates.3. Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis.4. Able to work intimately with residents, physicians and staff.5. Capable of working to prescribe nursing standards.6. Good interpersonal and communication skills; has an interest to perform a service.7. Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

CNA

Temporary

2 days ago

Regional CNA

Diversicare Bryson City, NC

Overview Discover What’s Possible! At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts that make up the whole. We appreciate them for the work they do each day to showcase their talents and gifts. Are you a CNA that is ready to take your talents on the road? We are hiring a Regional CNA for our centers in the region. As a Travel CNA you will provide workforce support to assigned centers within the region. At the assigned center, you will assist the professional nursing personnel by delivering direct hands-on nursing care to residents on a daily basis. Full Time Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE - employee hardship fund Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet Discover What’s Possible at Diversicare! APPLY NOW! Diversicare provides post-acute care services to patients and residents at 43 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Together, with our team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we leverage our diverse strengths to provide each patient and resident with healthcare serves that best meet their needs. It is Diversicare’s Mission to “Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations.” We are guided to excellence by five Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards. We build on trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation and strong communication skills to shape the culture in our workplace. Diversicare team members play a critical role in fostering an environment of Service Excellence. Our Service Standards are in place to offer support. They lead us to what matters most to our company: creating a warm, caring, safe and professional environment for our customers and each other. Our culture of impassioned service delivery is the Diversicare Difference . Responsibilities 1. To perform or assist the resident with completing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).2. Responds to resident call lights to provide maximum comfort, safety and privacy.3. Transports residents by ambulation or by wheelchair to areas of facility (dining room, lobby and activities).4. Reports any significant findings/observations to nurse immediately.5. Assists residents on admissions, transfer and discharge to make a smooth transition.6. Responsible for the safekeeping of residents’ personal possessions.7. Keep resident rooms neat and safe.8. Follow proper infection control techniques.9. Respects the rights of each resident, particularly privacy and confidentiality.10. Re-teaches resident to perform ADLs skills.11. Provides restorative care to prevent pressure sores, contractures, and complications.12. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement and ensures follow-up occurs.13. Converses with resident and family; assists them on adjustment to center; handles complaints effectively and develops relationships necessary for resident’s psychosocial needs to be met.14. Ensures adequate hydration and nutrition of resident; reports deviations from norm to the Charge Nurse promptly.15. Performs blood pressure, pulse, respirations, intake/output and weights accurately; records it.16. Participates in care-planning conferences; follows through with nursing component.17. Follows safe working practices and reports any incidents promptly to Charge Nurse.18. Maintains effective communication with residents, families and center staff.19. Other duties as assigned by Charge Nurse.20. One on one or small-group activities for cognitively impaired, behavioral and/or isolated patients. Group activities for residents that are high risk for falls or elopement risks.21. Monitor 10 am and 2pm snacks and pm hydration cart.22. Manage and oversee walk to dine program.23. Monitor compliance with thickened liquids.24. Assist residents with meals at lunch and dinner.25. Documentation of room visits.26. Assist residents participating in activity programs.27. Must be available to work overtime as needed, up to and including double shifts.28. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or the Director of Nursing Services.29. Must be able to travel to any center within the company. Qualifications 1. Certified in the state as a Certified Nursing Assistant.2. Experience preferred.3. Verbal ability is required to communicate with residents and to understand instructions received from nursing staff.4. A preference for performing direct care services is a benefit.5. Able to perform a variety of activities characterized by change and short duration in caring for residents.6. Ability to read and write and accurately report.7. Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.