We are looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to Join our team.

Mt. Greylock Extended Care Facility has been part of the Pittsfield community for more than 50 years, providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care in The Berkshires. Mt. Greylock is easily accessible to major local highways and hospitals. Many of our award-winning staff have been with Mt. Greylock for decades, giving families confidence in our consistent, compassionate, dedicated care. Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to provide basic nursing care to residents while maintaining all standards of professional nursing. Essential Job Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Provide basic nursing care such as checking blood pressure, inserting catheters, and helping comfort patients by performing tasks such as changing and dressing Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status: Document patient care, including nursing intervention, patient response to care provided, patient needs, problems, capabilities, limitations, and progress toward goals Communicate with RNs and physicians regarding patients’ needs Collaborate with other nurses and health team members to ensure patients’ wellbeing Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material, as applicable. Perform direct patient care, using established procedures, policies, and standards Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure. Observe and document patients’ responses to pertinent medications. Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, and professional manner. Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, etc., as necessary. Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form. Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures. Verify the identity of each resident before administering the medication/treatment. Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available. Report needs to DON. Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies. Give a thorough, concise report at change of shift. Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner. Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with safety and infection control policies and procedures, including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated and proper disposal of soiled materials. Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids. Demonstrate correct and safe technique in the use of equipment, according to specific product information/instructions. Attend and participate in mandatory, and scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification as a licensed nurse. Qualifications: Graduate of accredited nursing program Current Massachusetts nursing license as an RN CPR/BLS/AED certification required Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Salary: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Medical specialties: Geriatrics Physical setting: Long term care Nursing home Rehabilitation center Standard shift: Day shift Evening shift Night shift Supplemental schedule: Holidays On call Weekly schedule: Weekend availability License/Certification: RN License (Preferred) BLS Certification (Preferred)