Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing
About The Position
The Registered Nurse is responsible for daily clinical operations to meet residents’ needs in a skilled nursing setting. The role includes supervising and administering medications in compliance with federal and state regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines. Depending on assignment, the nurse may also handle resident admissions, assessments, care plans, discharges, clinical tracking, and documentation. The nurse provides health-related consultation, communicates changes in residents’ health to physicians and family members, responds to emergencies, works closely with staff across departments, protects confidential information, 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.
- Nursing area of study.
- At least 1 year of experience in a skilled, sub-acute, or memory care setting.
- Current Registered Nurse license in the state of practice, with no judgments against it.
- CPR certification.
- Sufficient English fluency 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 Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.
- May admit new residents and complete 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 complete 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 provide proper documentation.
- Respond quickly to emergencies.
- Maintain close communication with all 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.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Paid time off
- DailyPay access to earned but unpaid wages before the next payday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
