RN / FT 3pm-11:30pm
About The Position
Vierra Falls Church, a Vierra Communities property, is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, excellent care to residents and patients in a skilled nursing setting. The role is full-time, non-exempt, and designated as essential personnel, working from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Weekend shift differentials are offered. The RN provides direct nursing care, coordinates resident care, supports and directs assigned nursing personnel, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. The position also involves maintaining compliance with facility policies and applicable regulations, supporting infection control, and participating in survey and quality improvement activities as assigned. Vierra Communities describes itself as a family-owned and operated community with a close-knit staff and a positive, supportive culture that encourages innovation, leadership, warmth, compassion, and excellence. Its mission is to advance and redefine healthcare.
Requirements
- Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
- Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
- Current CPR certification.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in long-term care is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Direct the daily activities of assigned licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants in accordance with regulations and facility policies and procedures.
- Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for residents.
- Ensure assigned nursing personnel comply with policies and procedures.
- Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
- Assess changes in residents’ status, notify the physician and resident’s family or representative, and document accordingly.
- Transcribe physician orders into medical records and carry out orders as written.
- Prepare and administer medications according to physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects.
- Perform wound treatments according to physicians’ orders, observe for changes, and document as indicated.
- Schedule follow-up appointments and transportation for residents as indicated.
- Provide nursing leadership to personnel assigned to the unit.
- Provide direct care, including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration, as assigned and in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Conduct rounds to ensure residents’ needs are met and personnel perform assigned duties.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure residents’ holistic needs are met.
- Participate in management team meetings regarding census changes, resident status or care needs, complaints, and concerns.
- Assist with evaluating nursing personnel performance and implement discipline according to operational policies and as directed.
- Notify appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary.
- Report incidents or unusual occurrences to the unit manager, assistant director of nursing, or director of nursing, and participate in investigations as needed.
- Participate in end-of-life care as required.
- Ensure adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment, and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
- Initiate, review, and update care plans as required.
- Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
- Participate in inspection survey processes.
- Participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
- Ensure infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Seven paid holidays and an expansive PTO program.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Company-paid and voluntary life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) enrollment with corporate match and zero vesting schedule.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Strategic referral bonuses and a referral bonus program for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
- Discount program for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
- Weekend shift differentials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
