Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
Responsibilities: Supervise the delivery of care to a group of residents on a nursing unit with guidance from the Director of Nursing. Assess resident needs, provide and evaluate nursing care, administer medications and complete treatments. Supervise the nursing assistants in the delivery of nursing care. Interviews, counsels and evaluates the performance of nursing assistants. Qualifications: Must hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the practicing state. Recent clinical experience, education and specialty skills specific to geriatrics preferred. Good working knowledge of state rules and regulations. IV Certification preferred. Must have completed the requirements necessary to administer medications in the practicing state. Ongoing pursuit of continuing education credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development. Proven ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents, and guests. Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance. Must meet all federal, state and local health regulations, pass post-offer drug test, background checks and pre-employment physical exam. Must be capable of performing the essential job functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Shift shift differential for second shift and overnight.