Part-Time Registered Nurse, RN

Benchmark Senior Living•Rocky Hill, CT

8d•$41 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Atrium at Rocky Hill, a Benchmark Senior Living Community specializing in Memory Care, is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse (RN). The primary role of the Registered Nurse is to deliver nursing care to residents in a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. The RN will be part of a dedicated team focused on building community and fostering long-lasting relationships with associates and residents.

Requirements

Current state license as an RN and CPR certification.
Graduate of an approved RN program (per state requirements).
Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse preferred.
Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status.
Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.
Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants.
Closely mentors, guides, and directs the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.
Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process.
Effectively balances service demands with supporting resident independence.
Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations.
Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup.