Senior Living Registered Nurse (Assisted Living)

About the role

Merrill Gardens at Sherwood is currently seeking a Nurse to join their team. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with seniors and committed to supporting their wellness journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service to Residents and Team Members by achieving the standards outlined in the MG CARES program.
• Supports and promotes the philosophy, goals, objectives, and programs of the community and Merrill Gardens.
• Mentors the caregiving Team Members in areas of resident services.
• Maintains an attitude of respect and confidentiality at all times towards residents, Team Members, and visitors.
• Affords assistance in creating and maintaining a calm environment and an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis throughout the community.
• Affords assistance in providing management reports as requested.
• Attends and provides in-service training as directed.
• Works within the parameters established by Merrill Gardens for resident care as described in the policy and procedures of the community and by state regulations.
• Provides medication services to residents as allowed by state regulations and outlined in each resident’s service plan.
• Evaluates residents’ needs and abilities as outlined in each resident’s service plan.
• Documents the results of services provided and evaluations of the residents’ needs and abilities per state requirements and community procedures.
• Communicates with families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as directed and appropriate.
• Provides direct care to residents according to their identified service needs within Merrill Gardens’ policies and state requirements.
• Available by phone always while on duty.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the community’s state.
• 1-year experience in nursing (preferably geriatric care) minimum.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care.
• Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday.

Benefits

• Highest competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off - 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Pay

• Highest competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off - 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Schedule

• Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the community and residents.