Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN)Hot JobCOLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80924OverviewSalary Range $38.00 - $45.00 HourlyDescriptionThe Center at Cordera is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient's transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care. RN - Why Join Our Team? We offer beautiful, new, state of the art facilitiesPhysician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of careWe offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideasSign on bonuses to qualified candidatesExcellent payPTO401k matchingMedical, dental, vision, along with the other ancillary benefitsRN - Job Summary: The Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care to the residents. Such care must be delivered in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services designee. RN - Essential Job Functions: Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment and any other pertinent information to prepare for arrivalEnsure that rooms are ready for new admissions-work closely with the C.N.A team to make every new admission feel comfortable and welcomedCommunicate with physicians, care team, residents and family members effectivelyRequisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with established proceduresConsult with the resident's physician and the care team in providing the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as appropriateNotify the proper staff, personnel and agencies when the resident is involved in an accident or incidentCarry out restorative and rehabilitative programs, to include self-help and care.Answer call lights and assists residents in a timely mannerAdminister services within the applicable scope of nursing practiceEnsure resident is following dietary allowances. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor and Dietary SupervisorAdmit, transfer, and discharge residents as appropriateAssist in arranging transportation for residents as appropriateBe familiar with the rights of residents in a skilled nursing facility and act in a manner consistent with and respectful of those rightsMaintain Relias training and in-service requirementsFollow drug administration protocol, to include the disposal of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with established proceduresPerform charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulationsAssist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as appropriateChart nurses' notes in professional and appropriate manner that timely, accurately and thoroughly reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the careReview care plans daily to verify that appropriate care is being rendered. Communicate to the Care Team when necessary RN - Education Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN program RN - Specific Requirements Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state-must report any situations that may arise in which the license could be effectedMust possess a current BLS certification, accredited by the American Heat Association. ACLS Certification preferredMust be able to pass a drug screening, background check and CAPS checkJob Type: Full-timePay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hourExpected hours: 30 – 40 per weekBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceMedical Specialty:GeriatricsMedical-SurgicalPhysical Setting:Long term careNursing homeSupplemental Pay:Differential payOvertime payWork Location: In person