RN Registered Nurse

Life Care Center of Morehead • Morehead, KY

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is an important member of the interdisciplinary team and delivers quality nursing care through interpersonal contact. The RN provides care and services that help patients attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role includes assessing patient needs on an ongoing basis and revising care plans as patient conditions change. The RN also provides daily clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs.

Requirements

• Nursing diploma, associate’s degree in nursing, or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Currently licensed or registered in the applicable state.
• Maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation, and keep it current throughout employment.
• Use reasoning skills and good judgment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of skilled nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact.
• Provide care and services to support patients’ highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
• Assess patient needs on an ongoing basis and revise care plans based on changes in condition.
• Provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs.
• Implement and interpret the department’s programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

What This Job Offers

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