Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) for Long-Term Care (LTC) Unit
Job Description
We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our Long-Term Care (LTC) Unit. This division includes three distinct units, offering both long-term and short-stay care as well as hospice and palliative care. As an LTC RN, you will provide compassionate, patient-centered care while coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver and supervise all aspects of direct patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation).
- Focus on patient transitions across the care continuum, including patient and family education.
- Manage activities of daily living (ADLs), including monitoring hydration, blood pressure, weight, and nutrition (including tube feeding).
- Administer medications and treatments, including IV therapy and blood transfusions, following Barcode Medication Administration (BCMA) protocols.
- Provide care for behavioral patients and participate in interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Handle admissions, discharges, internal/external transfers, and emergency response procedures.
- Document care thoroughly in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Delegate responsibilities to ancillary staff effectively and transport patients as needed.
Work Schedule:
Rotating eight (8), ten (10), and twelve (12)-hour shifts, including days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements:
- Current, unrestricted RN license in one of the United States, Territories, or the District of Columbia.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in acute care or other relevant nursing areas.
- Proficiency in managing patient ADLs, BCMA, IV therapy, and behavioral care.
- Strong communication, organizational, and team collaboration skills.
Credentialing Requirements:
- Completed RN application
- Updated resume
- Copy of BLS certification
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
- SCA Health & Welfare (H&W): $4.93/hour if benefits are not offered.
- Referral bonuses and long-term contract opportunities.
- Be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional long-term and palliative care services.