Registered Nurse - Long Term Care

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and perform treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Receive and deliver information regarding residents' medical, social, functional, and other needs.
• Participate in shift reports and communicate with residents, family, and staff.
• Conduct initial admission nursing assessments and assist with MDS assessments and care plans.
• Maintain clinical and administrative documentation.
• Lead and supervise subordinate staff, providing assistance with resident care tasks.
• Conduct and participate in in-service training and staff development programs.
• Utilize AMS concepts and tools for problem-solving and process improvements.

Requirements

• Possess knowledge of gerontological/geriatric nursing theory and practices.
• Understand relevant laws, rules, and regulations governing professional nursing practices.
• Apply professional nursing methods and techniques, observing and assessing patients.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and build interpersonal relationships.

Qualifications

• Open to recent graduates and those with less than 1 year of experience in skilled nursing facilities or long-term care.

Skills

• Knowledge of AMS concepts and tools.
• Ability to assess and develop care plans.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting.

Schedule

• Available on a PRN or full-time basis.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Benefits

• Details about benefits are not specified in the job posting.