Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME

16h•$43 - $47

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the daily clinical functioning of the community 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 assigned duties, the nurse may handle resident admissions and related assessments and documentation, complete acute and long-term care or service plans, track clinical systems such as wounds or infection control under the direction of the Director of Nursing, and manage discharges, assessments, and clinical documentation. The nurse provides health-related consultation, communicates changes in residents’ health to physicians and/or family members, responds promptly to emergencies, and maintains communication with departments and staff. The role also requires protecting resident confidentiality, understanding the Safety & Disaster Plan, and providing 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.
Area of study: Nursing.
At least 1 year of experience in a skilled, sub-acute, or memory care setting.
Current Registered Nurse license, with no judgments against it, in the state of practice.
CPR certification.
Acceptable fluency in English 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 conduct admissions of new residents, including 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 handle 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.