Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Verifies daily staffing and redistribution, as necessary;

· Responsible for the coordination of total resident care;

· Must have knowledge of dietetic, sanitation, and personal hygiene.

· Must have knowledge of medications, their proper dosage and expected results.

· Makes rounds, morning and night, as time allows, to assess residents condition, giving special attention to critically ill residents;

· Ensures that the individual nursing care plan is followed for each resident;

· Performs medication passes and/or direct resident care as needed;

· Participates in resident care committee meetings;

· Reinforces the training and orientation of nursing personnel and provides positive reinforcement;

· Answers any/all emergencies throughout the shift (i.e., change of resident condition or pronouncement of death);

· Assists in assuring a safe and sanitary environment for residents, employees, and visitors;

· Assures that the building is secure during the evening and night hours by checking doors and alarms according to nursing facility protocols;

· Reviews incident and investigative reports for accuracy and completeness;

· Assists in development and implementation of nursing facility Quality Improvement Program;

· Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

· Must possess a valid RN license, in good standing in accordance with laws of this state, from an approved NJ Nursing School of Nursing.

· Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.

· Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED or at least two (2) years of experience in the healthcare field and/or related industry.

· Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.

· Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loved ones.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Rehabilitation center
• Skilled nursing facility

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x12
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• South Amboy, NJ 08879: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person