RN

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care to residents in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The role includes working under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services designee to ensure safe and effective care is delivered.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care including preparing rooms for new admissions, greeting residents, and coordinating with physicians and other care providers.
• Administer medications accurately, verify resident identity, maintain an adequate supply of medications, and dispose of drugs per established procedures.
• Document all aspects of care accurately – from telephone orders and nursing notes to recording changes in resident conditions and treatment responses.
• Review and implement resident care plans daily, ensuring that nursing assistants and other care staff follow established protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college/university or be a graduate of an approved RN program.
• Must have a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LPN/LVN in this state.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in English.
• Ability to make independent decisions and handle delicate situations with tact and professionalism.
• Familiarity with nursing and medical practices, as well as federal, state, and local regulations governing long-term care.
• Must possess the physical ability to move throughout the workday, lift up to 20 pounds (with occasional heavier lifts with assistance), and manage the physical demands of the role.
• On-the-job training provided; prior experience is not required.