Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will assume responsibility and accountability for a group of residents for a shift of duty. Nursing care is provided through assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.

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.
• Ensures the resident’s environment is as free from accidents and hazards; immediately corrects/addresses potential safety risks as prudent and warranted.
• Monitors and directs non-licensed ancillary services as deemed necessary to meet professional standards and maintain the highest practicable level of resident care.
• Communicates/reports 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.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be CPR trained and possess a current BLS certification (recognized organizations include the American Heart Association and the American Red Cross).
• 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).

Qualifications

• 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, with or without the aid of mechanical devices.
• Ability to distinguish smells and temperatures.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards.
• Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.
• Meet all health requirements as needed.
• Dialogue concerning ADA reasonable accommodations is always available upon request (i.e., the interactive process).

Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Innovative Training Programs
• Access to Villa Perks, an Employee Discount Program
• Up to $225/month incentive for food, gas, childcare, and medical bills
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off