Registered Nurse Short Term

About the role

Provide direct nursing care to long-term care residents in accordance with established clinical standards. Implement and monitor individualized care plans, documenting and communicating changes in condition. Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to carry out orders and ensure seamless care. Promote resident safety and support effective discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to long-term care residents in accordance with established clinical standards.
• Implement and monitor individualized care plans, documenting and communicating changes in condition.
• Cook with residents.
• Care for residents' personal hygiene needs.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to carry out orders and ensure seamless care.
• Promote resident safety and support effective discharge planning.

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.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License preferred.
• Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in long-term care setting preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Pay

$56.00 per hour

Schedule

Nights | Full-Time

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.