Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN) - Burlington, VT

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

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.