Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at Landmark of Itaska (2). As a RN, you will provide direct nursing care to our residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. If you are driven to deliver high-quality care and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Job Functions:

• Directs the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility

• Ensures that all nursing personnel assigned to your shift comply with the written policies and procedures established by the facility

• Charts nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care

• Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician, and verifies the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment

• Ensures that rooms are ready for new admissions and participates in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility

• Reviews care plans to ensure that appropriate care is being rendered and informs the Nurse Supervisor of any changes that need to be made

• Maintains a written record of the resident's complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint and the current status of the complaint

Education/Experience:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a RN Degree

• Must have a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state

• Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English

• Must have leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel

Working Environment:

• Works in office areas as well as throughout the nursing service area (nurses' stations, resident rooms)

• Moves intermittently during working hours and is subject to frequent interruptions

• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors

• Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day

• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

• Must be able to see and hear (with or without aid) to ensure that the requirements of this position can fully be met

• Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace

If you are a motivated and caring individual who is passionate about providing exceptional care to others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.