RN Nights

PACS

10d • $35 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Forest Acres Post Acute is a 132-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Downtown Columbia, South Carolina. The Registered Nurse supervises day-to-day nursing activities during the assigned tour of duty and helps maintain high-quality care in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and facility policies. The RN assists with nursing department operations, staff supervision, resident assessments and care, care planning, safety, infection control, and coordination with residents, families, physicians, and other services.

The position is advertised for night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with 12-hour shifts available. Compensation is $35–$37 per hour, plus shift differentials. The facility describes its environment as supportive and team-oriented, with opportunities for career growth and advancement. Full-time employees are offered a 401(k) with company match and healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities are also offered.

The RN must hold an active, unencumbered South Carolina RN license and current CPR certification. The posting also requires a nursing degree from an accredited college or university and training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Two or more years of experience, preferably in long-term care, are specified in the detailed qualifications; long-term care experience is described as preferred in the introductory summary. Knowledge and experience with PCC are preferred. The role includes physical requirements such as moving throughout the workday and being able to lift, push, pull, move, or carry at least 25 pounds, and may involve assisting with resident evacuation during emergencies. The work takes place in office and nursing-service areas, including resident rooms, and may involve exposure to infectious materials and hazardous chemicals.

Requirements

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current, active, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina and good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
• Two or more years of experience; long-term care experience is specified in the detailed qualifications, though the introductory summary says it is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, including technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, leadership, and supervisory abilities; ability to make independent decisions and solve practical problems.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and of laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to nursing care facilities.
• Ability to work harmoniously with and supervise personnel, communicate resident information, and interact tactfully with residents, families, visitors, agencies, and the public.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, policies, and procedures for quality care.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to residents’ age-related needs and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, or hostile individuals.
• Ability to move intermittently during the workday and to push, pull, move, or carry at least 25 pounds; may need to assist with resident evacuation.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress and meet facility health requirements, including a medical and physical examination.
• Willingness to maintain continuing education and licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience with PCC.
• Long-term care experience is described as preferred in the introductory summary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day nursing activities and assist the Director of Nursing Services with nursing department operations.
• Help develop, maintain, update, and implement nursing policies, procedures, quality assurance activities, and department programs.
• Make written and oral reports and recommendations to the Director and participate in facility surveys and committee meetings as required.
• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services and assist with discharge planning, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensure adequate staffing of licensed nurses and nursing assistants during the assigned shift; develop work assignments, delegate duties, make rounds, and monitor staff performance and attendance.
• Support staff development, participate in training and performance evaluations, and maintain a constructive, calm, and supportive work environment.
• Assess, monitor, and document residents’ physical and emotional conditions; notify physicians and next of kin of changes in condition and provide direct nursing care as necessary.
• Coordinate resident care with residents, families, physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members; review care plans and ensure care is delivered according to resident needs and wishes.
• Administer and monitor medications, treatments, physician orders, medication passes, and treatment schedules; start IVs and collect specimens as ordered.
• Maintain residents’ safety and comfort, including checking residents who cannot call for help and responding to emergencies and changes in condition.
• Promote compliance with infection control, hand hygiene, safety, sanitation, personal protective equipment, and emergency preparedness procedures.
• Ensure nursing work areas, resident rooms, treatment areas, medications, supplies, and equipment are maintained safely and appropriately.
• Recommend nursing department equipment and supply needs and help ensure adequate stock and safe equipment operation.
• Complete administrative documentation, medical forms, charting, accident and incident reports, and other reports as required.
• Protect resident and facility information and report suspected privacy, information-system, or fraud violations.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required license and certifications.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match for full-time employees.
• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, for full-time employees.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Shift differentials.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Supportive leadership and a team-oriented work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree