Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Burlington, VT

Job Summary

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of healthcare professionals. As an RN at our facility, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care, work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, as well as established facility policies and procedures

• Ensure 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 records and carry out orders as written

• Prepare and administer medications as per physicians' orders and observe for adverse effects

• Perform wound treatments as per physicians' orders, observe for changes, and document accordingly

• Schedules 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 current policies and procedures

• Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties

• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents' needs are holistically met

• Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary

• Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor, unit manager, assistant director, or nursing director and participate in the investigative process as needed

• Participate in end-of-life care as required

• Ensure there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment, and notify appropriate personnel of needs

• Initiate, review, and update care plans as required

• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication

• Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise

Requirements

• Current unencumbered State of Vermont RN license

• Strong communication skills to communicate with residents, families, and staff

• Critical thinking skills

• Ability to handle different situations with tact

Benefit Package

• 6 Paid Holidays

• On-site free employee education

• Complimentary employee meals and more

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Long & Short-term Disability Insurance

• Accrued paid time off – Full Time Employees

• 401K

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate healthcare professional looking for a new challenge, please apply to this role by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Note: Stellar Health Group is an equal opportunity employer.