Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive long-term care services within a specialized healthcare environment. This role involves delivering high-quality patient-centered nursing care to individuals residing in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living communities, and memory care units. The ideal candidate will possess extensive clinical expertise, demonstrate excellent assessment skills, and be committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable populations while working within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team.
Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and detailed health histories to inform individualized care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately, including IV infusions, injections, wound suturing, and specialized procedures such as ostomy and catheter care.
- Monitor patients for acute pain management needs and respond promptly to changes in condition with appropriate interventions.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to develop discharge planning strategies and ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Maintain meticulous medical documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provide specialized care for residents with complex needs, including dementia, Alzheimer's disease, developmental disabilities, and memory care requirements.
- Participate in triage activities to prioritize urgent cases and facilitate timely medical responses.
- Support infection control protocols and aseptic techniques during procedures to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
- Assist with diagnostic evaluations such as laboratory specimen collection, radiology procedures like CT scans or cardiac catheterizations, and respiratory support including ventilator management.
- Engage in ongoing education on topics such as hospice & palliative medicine, trauma medicine at Level I or II trauma centers, critical & intensive care practices, and ICD coding updates (ICD-9/10).
- Collaborate with physicians during emergency room or ICU experiences to deliver acute care in high-pressure situations.
- Educate residents and their families about health coaching strategies, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications tailored for geriatrics or pediatric populations.
Qualifications
- Valid RN license in good standing with the state licensing board.
- Minimum of two years of experience working in long-term care settings such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
- Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner; experience with medical documentation standards including HIPAA compliance.
- Clinical expertise in areas such as medication administration, IV insertion, tube feeding management, ostomy care, and sterile processing techniques.
- Experience working with diverse populations including seniors, individuals with developmental disabilities, pediatrics (including neonatal resuscitation procedures), and patients requiring behavioral health support.
- Knowledge of advanced nursing procedures such as cardiology-related interventions (e.g., cardiac catheterization), trauma response protocols at Level I/II trauma centers, infectious disease management, and critical care practices.
- Familiarity with coding systems like ICD-9/10 and CPT for accurate documentation and billing processes.
- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and engagement with patients’ families.
- Ability to adapt quickly to evolving clinical scenarios while maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality of care.
Join our team if you are committed to delivering exceptional nursing services in a supportive environment dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our residents. Your expertise will contribute significantly to our mission of providing compassionate long-term care grounded in clinical excellence.
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Pay: $2,088.00 - $2,270.96 per week
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Work Location: On the road
