Overview: Join a compassionate healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical Long-Term Care. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment where you will plan and implement professional nursing care tailored to patient needs, ensuring safety and quality throughout the care process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess patients to identify care requirements and organize appropriate nursing interventions.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while maintaining accurate and relevant records.
- Administer medications as prescribed and respond promptly to life-threatening situations.
- Serve as charge nurse when assigned, fostering collaborative interdisciplinary relationships.
- Support patients' cultural and spiritual beliefs within medical guidelines.
- Participate actively in cost containment and accurate patient service charging.
Education: An Associate Degree in Nursing is required, with a Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience: No prior experience required; new graduates are welcome.
Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in a Compact state or the applicable regional licensure.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Effective organizational and leadership abilities.
- Understanding of age-specific physiological, psychosocial, developmental, and spiritual patient needs.
Physical Demands: This role involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting, with potential exposure to blood or other infectious materials requiring appropriate precautions.
This position is located in a vibrant healthcare setting serving a southeastern regional community in the United States, offering opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patient lives.