Registered Nurse Nights

Christian Living Communities•Denver, CO

2h•$42 - $51

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, implementing, and evaluating resident care to meet residents’ total needs and maintain care in accordance with state and federal law and community policies and procedures. The position is for night work, with a schedule described as every other Sunday and every other Wednesday. The posted hourly pay range is $42–$50.88. The nurse communicates with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, family members, and others about residents’ status; responds to concerns; participates in resident care conferences; maintains accurate and relevant care plans; administers and documents medications; and documents and reports care issues. The role also involves recognizing signs and symptoms, using appropriate judgment in selecting treatments or procedures, and immediately supervising and directing ancillary personnel. The position involves frequent interaction with residents, families, and visitors, frequent interruptions, and intermittent sitting, standing, bending, and moving. Moderate physical activity includes handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently. There may be exposure to chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases.

Requirements

Colorado Registered Nursing License in good standing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced training in geriatrics.
One year of experience in a long-term care facility.
One year of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, implement, and evaluate resident care to meet residents’ needs and comply with laws and community policies and procedures.
Communicate with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, family members, and others regarding residents’ status.
Listen to concerns from residents, families, or physicians and initiate corrective action or report concerns to appropriate personnel.
Attend resident care conferences and maintain accurate, relevant resident care plans.
Prepare, administer, and document medications according to physician orders; order medications as needed and ensure expired medications are replaced.
Document patient care issues appropriately and report them as required.
Recognize signs and symptoms and use initiative and judgment to select appropriate treatments or procedures.
Immediately supervise and direct ancillary personnel and initiate corrective action as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.