Director of Nursing
Do you have a passion for directing, developing and leading your team to care for and love residents in addition to helping your team connect and align with the mission and vision of the organization?
Join us in achieving BIG things as we look to impact the future of senior care!
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for an energetic, strategic and hands-on Director of Nursing to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of our Nursing Services team to enhance the quality of care and lives of our residents while meeting all regulatory requirements.
This full-time, salaried position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
Job Responsibilities (include but not limited to):
- Demonstrates knowledge of residents' health; oversees and ensures the design and implementation of quality individual and collective resident care treatment, programs, plans and services.
- Closely monitors accrediting/surveying/regulatory body criteria to maintain compliance.
- Assists in the assessment of and planning of resident care plans; ensures adherence to physician orders and other professional health-care treatment plans.
- Reviews physicians’ orders for prompt implementation. Evaluates all residents’ medication sheets, treatment sheets and other charting for accuracy. Ensures nursing services complete appropriate charting and documentation of resident care.
- Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and enhancement of policies; implements all approved policies.
- Ensures appropriate inventory of supplies and equipment within budget guidelines.
- Develops, and implements quality management, utilization reviews and discharge planning programs.
- Leads by example, fosters open communication and resolves conflict in a constructive manner. Manages and coaches’ department staff; establishes and maintains culture that supports the mission/vision of the organization and facility.
Requirements:
- RN graduate from accredited school of nursing (required).
- One year full-time supervisory/management nursing experience (required).
- CPR Certification (required).
- State of Iowa RN licensure by Iowa Board of Nursing (required).
- BSN (preferred).
- Demonstrated current knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations.
- Must have strong business and financial management skills, knowledge of reimbursement requirements and regulations, strong critical thinking and analytical skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to set and achieve relevant and challenging goals for self and team.
- Ability to hire and develop a quality nursing team.
- Proactively anticipate and respond to resident, staff and facility needs
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Garden’s Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Are you looking for a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement?
Join the Perry Lutheran Homes family where our job is to support, love and care for our residents and our team! Apply today and you may be eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus!
This hourly position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
CNA / CMA Open Positions: (Because of ever-changing needs in our care community, actual availability of shifts can vary. Please call 515-465-5342 to inquire about current shift availability):
- 6AM - 2PM - Full Time or Part Time
- 2PM - 10PM - Full Time or Part Time
- 10PM - 6AM - Full Time or Part Time
CNA / CMA Job Responsibilities:
- Provide resident-centered care focusing on engagement and life enrichment
- Assist residents with daily living activities focusing on safety and compassion
- Become a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrate interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Use critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
CNA / CMA Requirements:
- Applicants must be certified or currently in the process of becoming certified
- Competencies in person-directed and elder-directed caregiving
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Garden’s Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Are you looking for a rewarding career in long-term care and a place to work that feels like home?
Join the Perry Lutheran Homes family where our job is to support, love and care for our residents and our team!
Apply today and you may be eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus!
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for professional RN/LPNs like you to lead the way in caring for residents in our Christian, caring communities.
This position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
RN / LPN Current Openings: (Because of ever-changing needs in our care community, actual availability of shifts can vary. Please call 515-465-5342 to inquire about current shift availability):
- 6AM - 6PM - Full Time
- 6PM - 6AM - Full time
RN / LPN Job Responsibilities:
- Assure that effective quality nursing care is delivered which is outcome focused through utilization of the nursing process
- Develop and communicate individualized plan of resident-centered care in collaboration with the resident/responsible party, family, and care team
- Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost efficiently with focus on resident centered outcomes by utilizing all appropriate and available resources for resident/family/responsible party counseling and discharge planning
- Work in collaboration with physician and/or other health care professionals by sharing information relevant to changing plan of care
- Supervise and lead CNAs to perform safe, compassionate, and high-quality care
- Perform accurate and efficient charting
RN / LPN Requirements:
- Applicants must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in good standing with the state and maintain a current certification throughout employment
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for nearly 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Gardens Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Culinary Aide / Dietary Aide
Are you a caring person that wants to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults?
If you have a BIG heart for loving older adults, we invite you to join our awesome team!
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for friendly and caring people like you to prepare and provide nourishment to our wonderful residents.
This hourly position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
Current Position Openings:
- 10AM - 6PM - Full Time
- 6AM - 2PM - Full Time
- 3:30PM - 8PM - Part Time
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide resident-centered care focusing on preparing and delivering nourishment
- Maintain dry storage areas, log temperatures, unpack, date, and rotate food and nonfood supplies
- Become a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrate interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Use critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
Requirements:
- Applicants must be sixteen years of age or older
- Desire to work with and serve residents in a way that is compassionate, personalized, and respectful
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for nearly 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Gardens Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Environmental Aide / Healthcare Aide
Are you a caring person looking to make a positive difference in the lives of senior and elderly residents?
If you have a BIG heart for loving older adults, join our team of compassionate caregivers!
Perry Lutheran Homes Spring Valley Campus and Eden Acres Campus are looking for compassionate and self-motivated people like you to care for our wonderful tenants in our assisted living communities.
This hourly position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
Current Position Openings:
- 2PM - 10PM - Full Time or Part Time
- 6AM - 2PM - Part Time
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide person-centered care focusing on engagement and life enrichment.
- Assist tenants with activities of daily living (ADL’s) focusing on safety and compassion through morning care, evening care, and bathing assistance.
- Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of tenant apartments through picking-up, cleaning, trash removal, and laundry transport.
- Chart on tenant care records and administer oral medications
- Become a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrate interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Use critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
Requirements:
- Experience as a Healthcare Aide is a plus, but not required as training can be provided to the right person!
- Applicants must be eighteen years of age or older
- Competencies in person-directed and elder-directed caregiving
- Desire to work with and serve tenants in a way that is compassionate, personalized, and respectful
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for nearly 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Gardens Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Cook / Chef
Would you enjoy a rewarding career preparing and cooking food for residents?
If you have a BIG heart for loving older adults, we'd love to have you join our team!
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for friendly and caring people like you to prepare and cook meals and other nourishment for our wonderful residents living in our Christian caring communities.
This hourly position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
Position and Shift Offerings:
- 3:30PM - 8PM - Full Time - Evening Cook
Job Responsibilities (include but not limited to):
- Supervises dietary aides in absence of Dietary Manager
- Prepares or directs the preparation of food items which are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
- Adheres to written recipes, menus, and individual diet orders.
- Prepares food items, special diets, snacks and nourishments according to establish schedules and meal times.
- Labels and/or otherwise identifies meals, special diets, and nourishments with resident name, room number, or other identifier, to assure that each resident receives food in accordance with care plan, physician's orders, and resident preference.
- Avoids waste of food items and dietary supplies; labels, dates, and appropriately stores food items and leftovers immediately after use.
- Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment, utensils, counters, preparation and storage areas according to established schedules, facility and departmental policies for routine cleaning.
- Becomes a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrates interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Uses critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
Requirements:
- Applicants must be eighteen years of age or older
- Have completed or willing to complete state approved safety and sanitation, and modified diet courses (we are willing to train the right candidate)
- Can speak and write the English language
- Desire to work with and serve co-workers, tenants, and residents in a way that is compassionate, personalized, and respectful
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for nearly 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Gardens Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
Housekeeping Aide
Are you a motivated person looking for a rewarding job and a place to work that feels like home?
Join the Perry Lutheran Homes family where we have BIG hearts for loving our amazing residents!
Perry Lutheran Homes is looking for friendly and respectful people like you to clean and care for many important areas of our “home” and our resident’s “homes” in our Christian caring communities.
This hourly position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits!
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- 403b Investment Account (Similar to 401k, but for non-profit organizations)
All Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid / Earned Time Off
- StepUp Career Advancement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Discounted employee rate at Acorns & Oaks onsite Christian daycare
- Bid-your-raise program to empower employees
- Investment in and development of employees through training and education opportunities
- Development of staff through innovative projects and training
- Discounted monthly rate at Snap Fitness in Perry
Position and Shift Offerings:
- No open positions are available at this time - please consider one of our other great opportunities!
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide resident-centered care focusing on the cleanliness of resident rooms, offices, stairways, hallways, bathrooms, common areas, and other areas
- Maintain the fresh and tidy appearance of floors, furniture, fixtures, appliances, tables, carts, rooms, and other items through cleaning, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, removing trash, and other methods
- Ensure clothing and linens are properly sorted, prepared, washed, transferred, dried, folded, stacked, and distributed
- Become a valuable team-member working together to create positivity
- Demonstrate interpersonal effectiveness by building meaningful relationships
- Use critical thinking skills to constantly improve and innovate
Requirements:
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
- Desire to work with and serve residents in a way that is compassionate, personalized, and respectful
Perry Lutheran Homes is your locally owned and managed, Christian Caring Community serving Perry and surrounding communities for nearly 65 years. Perry Lutheran Homes offers innovative, personalized, Christ-centered living and care at three campuses in Perry, IA – Spring Valley Campus, King’s Gardens Campus and Eden Acres Campus. Services include independent and assisted living, award-winning memory care, in-home care, respite care, skilled nursing care, rehabilitative therapy, intermediate and long-term care, end-of-life care and meals on wheels.
If this opportunity sounds like the one for you, please apply today!
A pre-employment drug screen is required for this position. Perry Lutheran Homes is an equal opportunity employer.
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