What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Registered Nurse - Weekend Program position at Elderwood?
Salary
$40.00 - $45.00 / hourOverview
WEEKEND-ONLY RN OPPORTUNITIES
RN COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
- RN Rate Range: $40.00 - $45.00 / hour (base rate adjusts with experience)
- RN BONUS: $15,000 for Full Time & $7,500 for Part Time
- Shift Differentials for evenings, nights & weekends: up to $3.00 / Hour
- EARN 16% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program
Elderwood at Lockport Benefits:
- NEW LEADERSHIP
- Increased Shift Differentials
- Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks
- Full Benefits Package, including 401K PLUS EMPLOYER MATCHING
- Weekly Pay Schedule
- Pay In Lieu of Benefits Program
Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview:
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is assigned to a team of Nursing Assistants and is responsible for skilled treatments, passing of medications and monitoring the personal care services provided by Nursing Assistants; RNs are also responsible for reporting care and unusual symptoms of residents to supervisor and staff of next shift.
RN - Registered Nurse Position Overview:
- Registered Nurse (RN) Team Leader team members assist in the ensuring the general health and well-being of our residents by providing direct nursing care.
- This position is responsible for the direct nursing care of residents which encompasses planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the care of residents to ensure that the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is maintained at all times.
Responsibilities
(RN - Registered Nurse):
- Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
- Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
- Report to RN Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge RN Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
- Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
- Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
- Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
- Monitor resident care standards during performance of duties, and encourage that rights of residents and preferences in care and treatment are respected.
RN - Registered Nurse - Skills/Competencies:
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong decision making ability
- Proficient computer skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong leadership abilities
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Qualifications
(RN - Registered Nurse):
- Credentials as a Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a current State license required.
- Registered Nurse (RN) Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
- Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
- Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required. Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.
- Physical stamina for constant activity required.
- Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
- Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual is required
- This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.Salary : $3 - $45