*****5 Star Annual survey for 2021*****

Job Type: Full-Time

Medical Specialty: Geriatrics

Openings: (1)

Schedule: 6AM-6PM

*Benefits available for full-time employees*

Benefits:

• 401 (k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Your Job

Your future is important. As we invest in you, we want you to invest in us! Highland Pines is a FANTASTIC Long-Term Care Facility.

We are looking for FANTASTIC people like you to join our TEAM!

What does success in Long-Term Care look like?

YOU! - We credit our employees for the success and great clinical outcomes of the facility!

What are YOU waiting for?

The Highland Pines Experience

Come and experience the Spirit of Excellence with our warmhearted staff and our smiling residents at 1100 Fourth St, Longview, TX 75601, USA or call us at (903) 753-7661. We can't wait to meet you! Check us out on Social Media and see all of our spectacular testomonies!

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QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in a school for nursing assistants or have a license as a certified nursing assistant.
• A minimum of 6 months experience as a certified nursing assistant or clinical experience while enrolled in a nursing assistant certification class.
• Must possess a sincere desire to serve the ill, aged and infirm.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all duties as assigned and in accordance with facility’s established policies and procedures, nursing care procedures and safety rules and regulations.
• Make resident rounds at the beginning of each shift and every two hours thereafter to administer quality nursing care.
• Verify the identification of a resident before administering nursing care or serving food, to assure that appropriate care is being provided to the correct resident.
• Report missing ID bands to admission coordinator immediately.
• Make beds, clean bedside and over bed tables.
• Assure that water pitchers are cleaned, filled with fresh drinking water and within the resident’s reach.
• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses, or Administrator.

CLINICAL

• Wash hands before and after caring for each resident.
• Place residents in correct and comfortable position. Head of bed elevated at 30 for all residents on feeding.
• Assist residents with dental and mouth care.
• Observe and report the presence of reddened areas on bony prominence.
• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses, or Administrator.

"So glad that Sharonda Jenkins is the Director of Nursing. She is constantly on the floor and teaching. She is doing everything to help." - Eva- CNA

"I've seen a big change in the entire staff since Sharonda Jenkins came onboard as the Director of Nursing for Highland Pines. There is a calmness and a positive attitude throughout the facility. Her hard work and dedication are a reflection of our 2021 Annual Survey! 5*****stars for Sharonda! - Kym- HR

"We love Sharonda Jenkins and are so fortunate she accepted the role as the Director of Nursing at Highland Pines. She is an exceptional educator and leader and is committed to building the strong nursing team in East Texas. Our awesome annual survey shows how hard Sharonda is willing to work for the residents at our home. - Wendy - RN

"We are commited to being the best nursing team in East Texas. The only thing missing is you!!" - Sharonda Jenkins - DON

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