RN Registered Nurse

Overland Park•Overland Park, KS

About The Position

Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence is a specialized memory-care center serving individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related disorders. The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers quality nursing care through interpersonal contact and provides care and services that support patients in attaining or maintaining the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role involves ongoing assessment of patient needs and revising care plans as patient conditions change. The RN also provides clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs and works as an important member of the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Nursing diploma or an associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing.
Currently licensed or registered in the applicable state.
Maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.

Nice To Haves

One year of skilled nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact.
Provide care and services to support patients in attaining or maintaining the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Evaluate patient needs through ongoing assessment.
Revise care plans based on changes in patients' conditions.
Provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs.
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.