Long-Term Care Nurse

About the role

Provide direct, person-centered nursing care to older adults in a long-term care setting. Assess residents’ health needs, develop and update individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and deliver medication administration and prescribed treatments. Implement and maintain safety and infection control protocols to promote quality care. Supervise, mentor, and support nursing assistants/caregivers, ensuring adherence to care standards and documentation requirements. Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare providers, coordinating care and supporting a respectful, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct resident assessments and monitor health status
• Create, review, and update care plans with the care team
• Administer medications and treatments safely
• Apply safety practices and infection control procedures
• Supervise and support caregivers
• Coordinate care through clear communication with families and providers
• Maintain respectful, person-centered and team-focused care