Full-time AM Shift Registered Nurse (RN)

PACS•Placerville, CA

About The Position

The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide professional, resident-centered nursing care during the morning-to-early-afternoon shift, scheduled from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The RN provides assessments, treatments, medication administration, and ongoing clinical support while helping coordinate resident care and support nursing staff. The role calls for a dependable, clinically confident, organized nurse who can work independently and collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team to promote a safe, respectful, and resident-focused environment.

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.
Compassion and commitment to resident-centered care.
Confidence in clinical assessment and decision-making.
Ability to organize, adapt, and prioritize effectively.
Ability to work positively with different staff members and collaborate as a team player.
Professional, approachable, and respectful manner.
Ability to work independently and recognize when to seek assistance.
Effective communication and strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality care standards.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of nursing experience, preferably in skilled nursing or long-term care.
Previous charge nurse, supervisory, or leadership experience.
Knowledge of 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 in accordance with individualized care plans and professional nursing standards.
Assess residents, recognize and evaluate changes in condition, and respond appropriately.
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, timely, and complete nursing documentation.
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.
Promote resident dignity, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff as appropriate.
Collaborate with CNAs, LVNs, RNs, physicians, therapy staff, and other departments.
Coordinate resident care and support continuity of care throughout the shift.
Communicate professionally with residents, families, staff, and leadership.
Support nursing staff in prioritizing resident needs and maintaining quality care standards.
Help maintain a positive, respectful, team-oriented work environment and assist with staffing or resident-care challenges as needed.
Support effective shift communication and handoff.
Follow facility policies, nursing standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Protect resident privacy and confidential health information in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
Complete required reports and documentation, including accident and incident reports.
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.
Promote compliance with clinical protocols and quality-of-care standards.