RN- Care Nurse Supervisor SNF

Benchmark Senior Living•Redding, CT

7d•$47 - $51

About The Position

This position is located in Redding, CT Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling. Meadow Ridge, a Benchmark Senior Living Community, is a distinctive continuing care retirement community for discerning individuals seeking a fresh perspective on senior living. Our scenic landscape spans 136 acres nestled among rolling hills, natural woodlands and open meadows for the best of Connecticut country living, located close to conveniences. From the time our residents walk in the door and see our stunning three-story atrium, they know they have found a retirement experience like no other. Ridge Crest, our 5-star Medicare rated short- and long-term nursing center received the highest rating from US News & World Report and is recognized as a Center of Excellence in Wound Management by Wound Care Specialists. Recognition by these distinguished institutions is a testament to the quality of care we provide. We are looking for a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Ridge Crest team! As a Registered Nurse, your main role will be to deliver nursing care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. Our high staff-to-resident ratio contributes to a positive work environment. You will be part of a team of dedicated, like-minded individuals whose support and camaraderie build community, and where long-standing relationships with both associates and residents await. Currently seeking FT RN to work 30 hr 3pm - 11pm weekly schedule with e/o weekend requirement $47-$51 Hourly Wage Range May pick up additional shifts if available Generous hourly shift differential rates are $5.00, $6.00 and $2.00 respectively.

Requirements

Current state license as an RN and CPR certification
Graduate of an approved RN program (per state requirements)
Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse preferred.

Nice To Haves

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 Director of Nursing, physician, family, Nurses, Care associates and Administrator per state regulations.
Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants
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.