A Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct care to residents and is a critical part of the healthcare team. Working as part of a team, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care plans to promote optimal health, safety, and well-being.
Schedule: Full-Time, Weekends, Thursday - Saturday, 6AM - 6PM
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents’ health status, including vital signs, medical history, and current symptoms.
- Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and other team members to establish goals of care and develop appropriate care strategies.
- Regularly reassess resident needs and adjust care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity and responsiveness to changing conditions.
- Provide skilled nursing interventions and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established care protocols.
- Administer medications, perform wound care, monitor vital signs, and manage medical equipment as needed to support resident health and recovery.
- Coordinate with ancillary services, including therapy, dietary, and social services to ensure comprehensive and integrated care delivery.
- Educate residents and families on health conditions, treatment options, medication management, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and empowerment.
- Provide emotional support, counseling, and advocacy to residents and families facing health challenges, fostering a trust and therapeutic relationship.
- Promote preventive health practices and wellness initiatives to optimize resident health and quality of life.
- Document nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes in resident medical records.
- Participate in care conferences and team meetings to discuss residents’ progress goals, and any changes in condition or care needs.
- Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for residents, staff and visitors.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including registered nurses, physicians, therapists, and social workers, to optimize resident outcomes and promote team work.
- Perform all other duties assigned.
