Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN) Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides licensed care to assigned residents as ordered by physician and in accordance with facility, federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations
• Ensures assigned work area (i.e. nurse station, medication cart, medication room, etc.), resident care rooms and treatment areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
• Takes and records residents blood pressure and vital signs, administers catheter care, administers IV therapy to residents as ordered within license limitations, and provides respiratory care, e.g. oxygen, nebulizer treatments
• Charts nurses notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident’s response to the care
• Maintains a safe environment for residents by monitoring and directing non-licensed ancillary services as deemed necessary to meet professional standards and maintain the highest practicable level of resident care
• Communicates/report information to residents, resident families, physicians, guardians, governmental agencies, and facility personnel as required by facility policy and State/Federal guidelines
• Ensures that all aspects of resident care plans are implemented and maintained. Makes recommendations for care plan changes to the IDT per professional standards
• Ensures compliance with infection control standards. Immediately corrects/addresses identified instances of non-compliance
• Follows and adheres to company policies and procedures regarding HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) compliance

Registered Nurse (RN) Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Gracious and welcoming personality for customer service interaction
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm under stress
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Understands and follows infection control standards, policies and procedures
• Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule and occasional overnight travel
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff
• Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with short and long-term care residents and the elderly
• Meets all health requirements, as required by law
• Demonstrate basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications. Microsoft Office version 1997, 2000 or XP, MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, E-mail, Outlook, Internet Explorer

Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience

• Nursing Degree or diploma from an accredited College or University
• Possess a current license to practice in the State as a Registered Nurse
• 1 year of experience preferred
• Long-Term care experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards

Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our website: https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7020324