Registered Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current, active, unencumbered South Carolina RN license; the job specification also requires an active RN license in the state of practice and good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
• At least 2 years of experience, preferably in a long-term care facility.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, including technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, communication, teamwork, leadership, and supervisory abilities.
• Ability to make independent decisions, solve practical problems, plan and implement nursing programs, and work harmoniously with personnel and residents.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, and laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to nursing care facilities.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to residents’ age-related needs and communicate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress, work effectively with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, or hostile individuals, and meet facility health requirements.
• Ability to move intermittently during the workday and push, pull, move, or carry at least 25 pounds to a height of 5 feet and for a distance of 50 feet; may assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.
• Must maintain required continuing education and licensing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and experience with PCC.
• Long-term care facility experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day nursing activities during the assigned tour of duty and help maintain quality resident care in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Assist the Director of Nursing Services with nursing department operations, policies, procedures, reports, quality assurance, discharge planning, and coordination of nursing services with other departments.
• Participate in facility committees and provide nursing program information and reports as requested.
• Help ensure appropriate staffing, develop work assignments, delegate responsibilities, conduct rounds, monitor attendance and performance, and report staffing or personnel concerns to the Director.
• Support a positive, calm working environment and address staff complaints, grievances, and service improvement needs.
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges; prepare rooms; greet and orient newly admitted residents; and complete related documentation.
• Assess and monitor residents, provide direct nursing care as needed, communicate changes in condition to physicians and family, and keep the Director informed.
• Coordinate with residents, families, physicians, and care teams regarding care, treatment, rehabilitation, and resident needs.
• Monitor medication administration, treatment schedules, medication records, nursing documentation, and compliance with resident care plans and wishes.
• Perform or oversee clinical tasks as needed, including starting IVs, collecting specimens, taking vital signs, and monitoring seriously ill residents.
• Participate in resident assessments, care-plan development and review, MDS scheduling and revisions, and implementation of care-plan recommendations.
• Participate in staff training, in-service education, continuing education, and clinical supervision of nurse aide trainees.
• Support safety, sanitation, infection control, emergency preparedness, and proper use of personal protective and safety equipment.
• Monitor nursing work areas and resident care spaces for cleanliness and safety, and report hazardous conditions or equipment concerns.
• Recommend and monitor nursing department equipment, supply, and medication needs; promote safe and efficient use of equipment and supplies.
• Report suspected fraud, privacy or information-system violations, occupational exposures, and other incidents in accordance with facility procedures.
• Assist with resident and family needs, including transportation arrangements after discharge and notification of family following a resident’s death.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $36–$40 per hour.
• Shift differentials: Monday–Friday nights (7 p.m.–7 a.m.) +$1.50 per hour; Saturday–Sunday days +$2.00 per hour; Saturday–Sunday nights +$3.50 per hour.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Employee appreciation and recognition.
• Supportive team environment.