Registered Nurse (RN)

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Services•Girard, OH

3d•$34 - $34

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides supervision in the building and gives direction to nursing staff. The role involves providing resident care, maintaining residents’ comfort and safety, communicating with families, documenting care, responding to life-saving situations, and carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit healthcare community that provides short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living, and home health services.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited program, college, or university.
Current, unencumbered, active Ohio RN license.
Current CPR.
At least 1 year of experience in long-term care.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

Explain procedures and treatments to residents to gain cooperation and understanding and to allay apprehension.
Remain aware of residents’ comfort and safety needs.
Communicate with family members regarding residents’ progress.
Chart all required and necessary information regarding residents.
Observe and direct nurse aide staff and assist with orientation of new staff.
Observe residents and record significant conditions, reactions to drugs and treatments, and significant incidents.
Respond to life-saving situations in accordance with nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
Initiate resident education plans according to residents’ individualized needs and facility policy, including instruction for residents and families.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription medication coverage for eligible employees.
Fully paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.
Flexible spending account.
Paid time off that begins accumulating immediately.
Seven paid holidays; employees who work a holiday are paid double time.
In the third year of service, employees are paid for their birthday and a choice of floating holiday.
403(b) tax-deferred annuity retirement plan, available from the first day.
Professional Development Scholarship of $1,000 each year for employees pursuing further education in their field, including free STNA classes.
Student loan forgiveness up to $2,500 paid out over four years.
Ohio University discounts of 5% for undergraduate programs and 10% for graduate programs.
Discounts at local businesses.
Bonus for employees of the month.
Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents.
Ongoing longevity bonus after two years.
Competitive wages and PTO plans.
Retirement plan and flexible spending accounts.
Direct deposit.
Annual increases.
Free CPR/First Aid certification.