Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of healthcare professionals. As an RN, you will provide high-quality nursing care, lead nursing personnel, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our residents.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the daily activities of Certified Nursing Assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations, guidelines, and facility policies and procedures.
• Ensure nursing personnel comply with established policies and procedures.
• Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition and notify the physician and resident's family or representative as appropriate.
• Accurately document resident status and changes in condition.
• Transcribe physician orders to medical records and carry out orders as written.
• Prepare and administer medications according to physician orders and monitor residents for adverse effects.
• Perform wound treatments as ordered, monitor for changes, and document accordingly.
• Schedule resident follow-up appointments and transportation needs as indicated.
• Provide nursing leadership and guidance to personnel assigned to the unit.
• Provide direct nursing care, including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, and other clinical services in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Perform regular rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and assigned duties are completed.
• Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents' physical, emotional, and clinical needs are addressed.
• Communicate concerns or complaints to the appropriate departments and file grievances as necessary.
• Report incidents and unusual occurrences to the appropriate supervisor or nursing leadership and participate in investigations as needed.
• Participate in end-of-life care as required.
• Monitor medication, supply, and equipment inventory and notify appropriate personnel when additional resources are needed.
• Initiate, review, and update resident care plans as required.
• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication among staff.
• Participate in the survey process when regulatory inspection surveys occur.

Qualifications:

• Current, unencumbered Vermont RN license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Strong critical-thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism, patience, and tact.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality resident care.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Benefits Package:

• Competitive wages + shift differentials
• Weekly pay!
• 6 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long- and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• On-site employee education and a supportive work environment

What We Offer:

At Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington, we are committed to providing high-quality care while creating a supportive and collaborative environment for our employees. Our team members have opportunities for professional growth and development through on-site employee education while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals who value teamwork, respect, and compassionate resident care.