RN Specialist

Role Overview This position involves supervising nursing staff, assigning duties, and ensuring quality resident care in a long-term care setting. The role includes assessing residents, reporting concerns, and communicating with the Director of Nursing regarding patient needs and incidents. It requires managing staff performance, promoting accountability, and fostering professionalism. The nurse directs and manages direct patient care using sound judgment, reviewing and revising care plans in collaboration with Charge Nurses, and implementing appropriate nursing interventions. Additionally, the role involves documenting care, providing resident and family education, and maintaining clinical competencies. The nurse must follow emergency procedures, monitor quality improvement initiatives, and may be assigned additional duties as needed. Qualifications & Skills Current RN license in the state of employmentTwo years of supervisory experience in long-term care preferredThree to five years of nursing experience in similar settingsStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to manage time, stand, walk, lift, and transfer residents safelyManual dexterity and attention to safety and documentationVisual acuity and ability to handle diverse activities