Martha and Mary Health Services is seeking Nurse Technicians (NTs) to join our nursing team. We offer competitive pay and a supportive environment, where we become friends and family. Martha & Mary Health Services provides quality care and services to those in need of long-term care and short-term care. Come be a part of one of Washington States TOP 3 BEST NURSING HOMES (Source NEWSWEEK 2021 & 2022) and one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers. The work of a nurse is rewarding in itself. Where you work can make it even better!

Join our team today!

We are currently seeking Nurse Technicians to join our team at our Poulsbo location.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Enrolled in good standing in a Nursing Program or Graduated within the last 30 days
• Must have completed the first year of nursing school

We are looking for someone with the following strengths:

• Maintain requirements to qualify for employment as a nursing technician
• Follow scope of practice as defined in WAC’s and facility standards
• Function only under the direct supervision of a registered nurse who agrees to act as supervisor and is immediately available to the nursing technician
• Perform specific nursing functions based upon and limited to current nursing education and when they have demonstrated the ability and been verified to safely perform these functions by the nursing program in which the nurse technician is enrolled
• Assume responsibility for accurate and timely administration of medications with the exception of chemotherapy, intravenous medications, and scheduled drugs. These medications may not be administered by the Nursing Technician
• Practice 8 rights of medication administration: (Drug, Resident, Dose, Time, Route, Dosage Form, Response, Documentation), and other safety measures associated with storage, administration, and handling of medication equipment and supplies
• Evaluate the effects and note side effects of all medications, procedures, and treatments administered and report to the RN Supervisor as indicated
• Notify the RN when any medication, procedure or treatment that the nursing technician cannot perform, is due
• Keep RN, Unit Manager, MDS Nurse aware of changing resident needs that may require modification in the plan of care and or nursing orders
• Document according to all established policies and procedures
• Ensure that physician orders are transcribed, noted and carried out accurately and promptly
• Ensure that resident rights and dignity are safeguarded in all aspects of resident care
  • Assist with prompt responses to call lights
  • Assist other team members to ensure:
  • Plan of care is followed
  • Fluid and dietary needs of residents are met and assist in dining rooms and with resident feedings
  • Residents are correctly positioned, clean and well groomed
  • Rehabilitative programs are adhered to
  • Resident and facility safety is maintained
• Report any alleged incidents, observations of abuse and/or neglect of a resident immediately, utilizing procedure outlined in Purple Book of Mandatory Reporting
• Provides and supports as needed; hands on care in areas of resident transfers, ADL’s, comfort, hygiene and nutritional needs
• Ensures that residents are ready to receive services in a timely manner e.g. appointments, medications, treatment, labs, procedures and therapies
• Safeguards resident belongings, reporting resident and/or family concerns of unexplained loss
• Ensures that all resident and employee safety policies are followed e.g. Incidents, accidents, injury, Fire, disaster, use of and application of physical restraints
• Practices excellent stewardship by utilizing supplies wisely and is conscious of costs to residents

About our organization

Martha and Mary has been caring for children, seniors and families in Greater Kitsap for over 130 years. Offering exceptional care that feels like family, we provide a wide continuum of care services for life's transitions, including skilled nursing, rehab, care management and long term care, plus affordable senior housing options and outstanding early learning programs for children. As a non-profit, faith-based organization, we are keenly dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care requiring highly capable employees with warm hearts. Whether you are just beginning your career or looking to enhance your skill set, by joining our mission of caring you can expect to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

We provide you:

Martha & Mary offers fair wages, competitive benefits and supportive work environments, where we become friends and family. We invite you to apply and become a part of one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers. The following benefits/compensation are offered at Martha & Mary.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued at varying rates depending on length of employment. Accrual rates begin at 5.32 hours per month based on a 40-hour workweek. These accruals include the required sick leave per Washington State’s Paid Sick Leave Law
• 40% discount on child care services while working
• Comprehensive benefit package after 60 days to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options.
• Career advancement opportunities across multiple sites and departments
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan is available immediately upon hire
• 5 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance and Counseling for life’s challenges outside of the workplace
• Cell phone, Health Club and Auto service discounts
• And much more

Martha & Mary employee benefits and wages offered are reviewed annually and are intended to be fair, beneficial and competitive in today’s market whether just entering our workforce or nearing retirement. Benefit offerings are based on employment status. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background and reference checks. Our organization follows WA Proclamation 21.14.1 which requires all employees working in the Health Care Setting be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless they are exempt for medical and religious reasons.

Martha & Mary is an equal opportunity employer.