Graduate Nurse

Graduate Nurse openings at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center! At Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, we are committed to delivering high‑quality care and customer service to our patients and their families. As a Graduate Nurse, you will have the opportunity to start your nursing career with our team and begin providing care to our residents while you wait to take your NCLEX. Hourly rate ranges from $40 to $46 for LPNs and $42 to $48 for RNs, depending on the shift. Weekly pay! Job Summary We are hiring Graduate Nurses who have recently graduated from a Massachusetts board‑approved nursing education program within one year of hire date. As a Graduate Nurse, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to ensure you are comfortable with providing care. Your assigned tasks will not exceed your level of academic preparation or outside the scope of your competency level. Responsibilities Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under your care Follow physician’s orders and render and/or assist with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders Transcribe physician’s orders promptly and accurately Review patient records daily to assure accuracy and completeness Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes Visit each resident daily to evaluate resident needs Maintain accurate awareness of residents on alert list Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary Administer medication according to procedure Maintain an accurate and safe control of all drugs for which you are responsible Initiate any and all emergency procedures as necessary Requirements Must have graduated from a Massachusetts board‑approved nursing education program within one year of hire date Must have proof of scheduled NCLEX licensure exam within 90 days of hire Can be for LPN or RN Must possess the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long‑term care Must have knowledge of restorative nursing rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriate Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergencies Benefits Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Eligible Team Members Benefits Employer‑Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s). #J-18808-Ljbffr