Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is responsible for daily clinical operations to meet residents’ needs. The role includes medication supervision and administration in compliance with federal and state regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines. Depending on assignment, the nurse may handle resident admissions, assessments and documentation; develop acute and long-term care or service plans; track clinical matters such as wounds or infection control under the Director of Nursing’s direction; and complete discharges, assessments and clinical documentation. The nurse provides general health-related consultation within the community, communicates changes in residents’ health to physicians and family members, responds to emergencies, coordinates with departments and staff, maintains confidentiality, understands the Safety & Disaster Plan, and conducts 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.
One or more years 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.
English fluency sufficient to perform job duties and communicate orally and in writing 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 admit new residents, including completing admission assessments and documentation.
Complete acute and long-term care plans or service plans.
May track clinical matters, 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 provide proper documentation.
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.