Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing
About The Position
The Registered Nurse is responsible for daily clinical operations to meet residents’ needs in a skilled nursing setting. The role includes supervising and administering medications in compliance with applicable regulations and company guidelines, supporting resident admissions and discharges, and completing assessments, care plans, and clinical documentation. The nurse may also track clinical matters such as wounds or infection control under the direction of the Director of Nursing. The position provides health-related consultation, communicates changes in residents’ health to physicians and family members, responds to emergencies, maintains confidentiality, and communicates closely with other departments and staff. It also includes supporting safety and disaster planning and providing educational meetings for residents and staff. An evening shift from 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. is available, and every other weekend is required.
Requirements
- An associate 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.
- Nursing area of study.
- 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.
- English fluency sufficient 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 admit new residents, including completing 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 complete 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.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Paid time off
- DailyPay access to earned but unpaid wages before the next payday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
