Graduate Nurse - RN or LPN

Villa St. Joseph was founded in 1997 as a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph. After 20 years of service to Beaver and Allegheny counties, the location joined the Concordia family in April 2018 - becoming Concordia at Villa St. Joseph and continuing its faith-based mission of serving others. Situated amidst the beautiful backdrop of nature, those in our care enjoy tranquil surroundings, yet are just minutes from restaurants, shopping, parks and more.We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Graduate Nurse (GN or GPN) will work under a RN or LPN. This position offers growth opportunities for the applicant and an opportunity to have on-the-job training while preparing for the nursing boards.

 * GPN Starting Rate: $28.50 + $1.50/hr shift differential + $1.50/hr weekend premium
* GN Starting Rate: $33.50 + $1.50/hr shift differential + $1.50/hr weekend premium

QUALIFICATIONS:

Dedicated to   providing high quality care

Caring, compassionate, and understanding

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Current Pennsylvania Graduate Nurse Permit (or in the process of receiving)

Must successfully pass the nursing boards within 1 year of receiving the temporary practice permit

Demonstration of leadership ability

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

Works well with people 
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

*The following duties are under the guidance of a current PA licensed RN/LPN. 

Administers medications being careful to follow all policies, procedures, and regulations.

Completes accurate, complete, and timely resident assessments in order to determine resident problems so nursing care can be planned, implemented, and evaluated.

Completes accurate, complete, and timely, legible documentation on required forms.

Communicates significant resident care information to the physician and rounds with the physician.

Takes off physician orders and assists with paperwork referrals to make sure physician orders are carried out.

Communicates proactively and professionally with residents and families keeping them aware of the changes in resident’s conditions, incidents, and problem resolution.

Gives and receives shift reports.

Supervises the care provided on the unit including monitoring quality of care, monitoring completion/accuracy of Nurse Aide documentation, coaching, counseling, praise, delegation, coverage for call-offs.

Provides treatments and procedures.

Assists Nurse Aides in providing direct care.

Commits to high ethical standards and complies with the Code of Conduct, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards and Concordia policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality of resident and employee records and information. Has a duty to report compliance concerns, significant legal risk questions, fraud, abuse, suspected or actual misconduct to supervisor/manager or to the Corporate Compliance Officer. 

Benefits:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Workplace Wellness

403(b)/401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Life Insurance Policy

Direct Deposit, Pay Card,
Paperless Pay Checks

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Good Working Conditions

Excellent Staffing Ratios

Credit Union

Vacation, Sick & Personal
Days

Paid Holidays

Shift Premiums

Competitive Wages

Discounted Child Care Services
on  the Cabot Campus

Referral Program

Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses

Funeral Leave

Call-Out Incentive

Voluntary Benefits, including:
STD, Supplemental Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance

On the job training

Employee Assistance Program

Education Seminars and
In-services

Employee Activities (amusement
parks, professional sporting events, special events)

Tax Sheltered Annuities

Free Parking

Discounted Meal Plans

EOE

Benefits and Wages may vary based on facility location. 

Minimum hours worked per
week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.