Registered Nurse (RN)

Amberwood Care Centre•Rockford, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Amberwood Care Centre is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide and oversee nursing care for assigned residents or during a shift. The role is accountable for assessing residents, implementing plans of care, and evaluating outcomes in accordance with physician orders and applicable facility, federal, state, and local standards. The nurse supervises certified nursing assistant services for the assigned unit and helps maintain safe, clean, and sanitary resident-care and work areas. The RN administers medications and treatments, performs nursing procedures within license limitations, documents care and residents’ responses, and communicates with physicians, coworkers, residents, and management. The position also supports admissions, transfers, and discharges and addresses safety risks to protect residents, staff, and visitors. The role is based at Amberwood Care Centre in Rockford, Illinois.

Requirements

Current CPR certification.
Nursing degree or diploma from an accredited college or university.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to multitask and remain calm under stress.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to understand and follow infection-control standards, policies, and procedures.
Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule and occasional overnight travel.
Basic computer knowledge and ability, with an aptitude for learning company applications.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, and pulling, with or without mechanical devices.
Ability to understand and follow company safety standards and protocols.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience preferred.
Long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide licensed care to assigned residents according to physician orders and applicable facility, federal, state, and local standards.
Give and receive nursing reports at the beginning and end of shift duty hours.
Maintain clean and sanitary work areas, resident-care rooms, and treatment areas.
Direct and supervise day-to-day certified nursing assistant services for the assigned unit.
Take and record residents’ blood pressure and vital signs; provide catheter care, IV therapy within license limitations, and respiratory care such as oxygen and nebulizer treatments.
Receive and transcribe physician orders in resident charts, Kardex/Care Medication Administration Records, and treatment or care plans as required.
Prepare and administer medications and perform physician-ordered treatments.
Document nursing notes that describe the care provided and residents’ responses.
Count controlled drugs with another nurse at shift change and report drug or narcotic discrepancies to management.
Maintain a safe resident environment and promptly address potential hazards when appropriate.
Prepare written and oral reports or recommendations concerning shift activities as required.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as necessary to meet individual needs and maintain the safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.