Registered Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and skilled professional to join our team. This role requires a commitment to providing excellent healthcare services to our clients in Rhode Island. The successful candidate will play a critical role in health maintenance, disease prevention, and case management.Shift RequirementsMonday to Friday: 8 AM - 5 PMOne weekend required: 8 AM - 5 PMLicense RequirementsRN LicenseCounties CoveredAll of Rhode IslandPreferred SkillsOasis (required)HCHB (required)Home care experienceKey ResponsibilitiesAssess the health of individuals and implement care plans.Supervise care plans and staff members.Observe, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing support for various health conditions in community or small facility settings.Collaborate with other health professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate health programs and services.Coordinate communications and actions related to health and safety supports.Manage the ordering, reviewing, monitoring, and disposal of medications as prescribed.Ensure policies on medication administration and safety are in place and reviewed annually.Report progress to physicians when clients' conditions change.Transcribe or ensure transcription of physician phone orders and medically related reports.Complete required nursing documentation.Maintain routine documentation of health status in nurses' notes.Ensure maintenance of furnishings, equipment, and supplies to prevent disease spread.Direct and supervise licensed practical/vocational nurses as needed.Schedule and complete health-related appointments, ensuring timely responses to findings.Communicate with inpatient nursing and discharge coordinators during hospitalizations.Provide new employee training and annual recertification on health and safety topics.Train unlicensed staff on person-specific health maintenance, safety, and disease prevention needs.