Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing (PRN)

Senior Lifestyle•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the daily clinical functioning of the community to meet residents’ needs. The role includes supervising and administering medications in compliance with Federal and State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines. Depending on the assignment, the nurse may handle admissions and admission assessments, create acute and long-term care or service plans, track clinical issues such as wounds or infection control under the direction of the Director of Nursing, and manage discharges, assessments, and clinical documentation. The nurse provides health-related consultation, informs physicians and family members of changes in residents’ health, responds to emergencies, communicates with departments and staff, maintains confidentiality, follows the Safety & Disaster Plan, and provides educational meetings for residents and staff.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
1+ years of experience in a skilled, sub-acute, or memory care setting.
Current Registered Nurse license, with no judgments against it, in the state of practice.
CPR certification.
English fluency sufficient to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

Supervise and administer medications in compliance with Federal and State regulations and company guidelines.
May conduct new-resident admissions, including admission assessments and documentation.
Complete acute and long-term care plans or service plans.
May track clinical systems, such as wounds or infection control, under the direction of the Director of Nursing.
May manage discharges, assessments, and clinical documentation as indicated.
Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.
Notify physicians and/or family members of changes in residents’ health and document appropriately.
Respond quickly to emergencies.
Maintain close communication with departments and staff members.
Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
Understand the role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
Provide educational meetings for residents and staff.