RN-Assisted Living

Benchmark Senior Living•Redding, CT

14h•Onsite

About The Position

This per diem Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity is located in Redding, CT, at Meadow Ridge, a premier life care retirement community. Meadow Ridge offers Independent and Assisted Living apartment homes, as well as Ridge Crest, a skilled Health Center. The primary goal is to make residents feel at home by providing quality care and services. The role involves delivering nursing care to residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment as a per diem associate. The position is part of a team dedicated to building community and fostering long-lasting relationships with both associates and residents.

Requirements

Current state license as an RN and CPR certification
Graduate of an approved RN program (per state requirements)

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse
Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status.
Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.
Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants
Closely mentors, guides, and directs the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.
Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process
Effectively balances service demands with supporting resident independence.
Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations.
Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup.