Registered Nurse Long Term Care
About the role
Implement and monitor patient care plans.
Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action as appropriate.
Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor patient care plans.
- Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
- Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
- Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action as appropriate.
- Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Experience working in long-term care settings preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of long-term care protocols and procedures.
Benefits
- Retirement: 403(b) plan.
- Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
Pay
$46.00 - $48.00 per hour.
Schedule
Rotating Shifts & Weekends | PRN
Life at Ascension
Where purpose meets opportunity. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.