Registered Nurse (RN)

JOIN OUR TEAM! Now hiring Registered Nurses Must have a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, prior experience in long‑term care preferred but not required, current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state, and current CPR certification. Now Offering A Sign On Bonus For Full Time Team Members Grab This Opportunity While It Lasts At Lafayette Center We Are All One Friendly Family RN Job Responsibilities & Duties: Direct the daily activities of the LNA’s in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations & guidelines and established facility policies and procedures. Ensure that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned. Participate in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required. Observe for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly. Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written. Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’ orders & observe for adverse effects. Perform wound treatments per physicians’ orders, observe and document accordingly. Schedule follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated. Provide nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit. Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with policies and procedures. Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team. Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary. Initiate, review and update care plans. Participate in survey process and in end‑of‑life care as required. Ensure medications, supplies, and equipment are stocked. Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written and electronic communications. Benefits Competitive Pay Low‑cost Health Insurance Free Life Insurance Paid Time Off Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Short and Long‑term Disability Insurance Ancillary Insurance available (including accident, cancer, hospital & critical illness) We value strong community connections and opportunities to serve. We look forward to having you join our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr