Part Time AM Shift Registered Nurse

PACS•Placerville, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented Registered Nurse to provide professional, resident-centered nursing care during the morning-to-early-afternoon shift. The part-time schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The RN supports the nursing team and continuity of care, including providing coverage for staffing needs and adapting to different assignments and resident-care needs. The ideal candidate is clinically confident, flexible, organized, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, therapy staff, and other departments. The role requires adherence to facility policies, nursing standards, applicable regulations, privacy requirements, and safety and infection-control procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current, active, and unrestricted California RN license.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.
Knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to skilled nursing and long-term care.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect resident information.
Ability to meet applicable physical and job-related requirements.
Compassionate and committed to resident-centered care; confident in clinical assessment and decision-making; organized, adaptable, and able to prioritize effectively.
Able to work independently while collaborating with a team and knowing when to seek assistance.
Professional, approachable, respectful, and committed to high standards of safety, compliance, and quality care.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in skilled nursing or long-term care.
Previous PRN, float, or flexible-schedule nursing experience.
Charge nurse, supervisory, or leadership experience.
Knowledge and experience with PCC or comparable electronic medical record systems.
Experience with care planning, quality assurance, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.
Training or experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, resident-centered nursing care and promote resident dignity, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Assess residents, recognize changes in condition, respond appropriately, and notify physicians and responsible parties of significant changes as appropriate.
Administer medications and treatments according to orders, care plans, and facility policies; monitor medication passes and treatment schedules for accuracy and completion.
Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation and complete required reports, including accident and incident reports.
Perform vital signs, assessments, IV starts, and specimen collection as ordered and within scope of practice.
Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges as needed.
Monitor residents requiring increased observation or clinical attention.
Address resident and family questions and concerns professionally and compassionately.
Provide support and clinical guidance to nursing staff as appropriate.
Collaborate with CNAs, LVNs, RNs, physicians, therapy staff, and other departments; communicate clearly with residents, families, staff, and leadership.
Adapt to different assignments, shifts, and resident-care needs and provide coverage during staffing shortages, call-offs, vacations, and other coverage needs.
Help maintain a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment.
Follow facility policies, nursing standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations; protect resident privacy and maintain HIPAA compliance.
Follow infection prevention, safety, sanitation, and emergency procedures.
Participate in care planning, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities as assigned.
Report safety concerns, equipment issues, occupational exposures, and other concerns according to facility policy.