Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
We are looking for a fun, compassionate and extraordinary RN! Our 5-Star facility is located on beautiful, scenic Green Lake in Seattle and is close to public transportation.
Excellent reputation for quality care and customer service! Qualified applicants must have a strong desire to serve our elderly population and have high standards for professionalism, work ethic and standards of care.
In turn, you will join a cohesive team in an environment of support!
Responsibilities:
Administers the correct medication following the five rights of medication administration
Documents medications and treatments on appropriate forms
Monitors security and availability of medications
Addresses family and resident issues
Observes and reports medication effects and/or adverse reactions
Reports unusual occurrences and observed changes in the resident’s condition to the physician
Responsible for notifying the physician of resident change of condition, adverse side effects, need for orders
Orders medications daily as needed
Reports medication errors to the physician
Fills out incident reports of unusual occurrences and reports accordingly
Assists with resident admission as requested
Reports medication / treatment errors, changes in behavior and acute changes to the physician
Completes daily assignment sheets and coordinates coverage with staff coordinator
Monitors and documents IV sites and dressing changes as appropriate
Qualifications
Excellent critical thinking and nursing judgement
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Successful completion of Nursing School
Current Washington RN license
Current CPR Certification
One year of nursing experience