Bethesda Health, a faith-based nonprofit serving seniors, is seeking a Vocational Nursing Specialist to provide compassionate, person-centered care within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. You will deliver direct nursing care, support restorative and rehab services, monitor resident conditions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes. This role includes resident and family education, accurate documentation, and adherence to clinical and faith-based values. Join a mission-driven culture that offers professional growth across multiple care communities while making a meaningful impact every day. Provide direct patient care within LVN/LPN scope of practice, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments. Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring safe and smooth care transitions. Support patients with activities of daily living, mobility, and comfort measures while maintaining dignity and respect. Collaborate with registered nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals on individualized care plans. Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic medical record. Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, discharge instructions, and self-care practices. Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines to maintain a safe clinical environment. Recognize and promptly report changes in patient condition to the supervising RN or provider. Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance initiatives within the department. Engage in ongoing training and professional development to maintain and expand clinical competencies. Patient assessment and monitoring Medication administration and dosage calculation Wound care and basic dressing changes Vital signs measurement and interpretation Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Infection control and standard precautions IV therapy and phlebotomy (per scope and certification) Catheter care and basic respiratory care support Patient and family education Care coordination and interdisciplinary communication Time management and task prioritization Basic life support and emergency response Pain assessment and management Geriatric and chronic disease care Strong written and verbal communication Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in practicing state Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred Certification in wound care or geriatric care preferred IV therapy certification preferred
