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Meadowood Nursing Center

Registered Nurse

Clearlake, CA · On-site

$55 - $62/hr

Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-Time Clearlake, CA Shift Options: * 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM * 2:30 PM - 11 ... Passionate about patient advocacy and geriatric care * Effective leaders who can support and guide ...

Meadowood Nursing Center

Registered Nurse

Clearlake, CA

$55 - $62/hr

Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-Time Clearlake, CA Shift Options: * 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM * 2:30 PM - 11 ... Passionate about patient advocacy and geriatric care * Effective leaders who can support and guide ...

Remedy Home Health Care

Registered Nurse

Los Angeles, CA

$110 - $140/hr

Experience in home health, rehab, geriatric care, or community care is a plus * Strong clinical ... Prior RN Home Health experience * Public Health Nurse (PHN) certification * Experience with mobile ...

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How much do geriatric rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for geriatric rn in California is $53.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.54 and $75.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Geriatric RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Geriatric RN, you need a nursing degree, RN licensure, and specialized knowledge in geriatric care, chronic disease management, and age-related health issues. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), mobility assistance devices, and medication management systems is crucial. Patience, strong communication skills, and compassion are essential soft skills for building trust with elderly patients and their families. These skills ensure safe, effective, and respectful care tailored to the unique needs of older adults.

What are some common challenges faced by Geriatric RNs when caring for elderly patients, and how can these be managed?

Geriatric RNs often encounter challenges such as managing complex, multiple chronic conditions, addressing cognitive impairments like dementia, and communicating with patients who may have hearing or speech difficulties. Building strong relationships with patients and their families, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams, and staying up to date on best practices for geriatric care are key strategies for overcoming these challenges. Additionally, Geriatric RNs frequently advocate for patient comfort and dignity, requiring strong assessment skills and patience.

What are Geriatric RNs?

Geriatric Registered Nurses (RNs) are specialized nurses who provide care to elderly patients, focusing on the unique health issues and needs associated with aging. They work in various settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and patients’ homes. Their responsibilities include managing chronic illnesses, ensuring medication safety, supporting mobility and independence, and providing emotional support to both patients and their families. Geriatric RNs also advocate for the best quality of life for their patients and often collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
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Infographic showing various Geriatric Rn job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $110,533 per year, or $53.1 per hour.
Geriatric RN Needed in Garden Grove!

Geriatric RN Needed in Garden Grove!

HealthCare Talent

Garden Grove, CA

Contractor

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Healthcare Talent is assisting our client in their search for an RN for their beautiful Garden Grove facility. This is a strictly temporary position but new graduates are welcome to apply if they have had exposure to geriatrics in the past.

Our client has a unique business philosophy; their goal is to provide employees with a place to excel while creating something truly meaningful in their work. This philosophy has helped them grow into an award-winning company. 

Job Description

Under general supervision, the nurse in this position will deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established protocols. 

Duties:

Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans 

Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. 

Records patients' medical information and vital signs 

Assesses the patients' ability to do routine daily tasks 

Assists patients with such basic needs as dressing, eating, and bathing, and encourages patients to do things for themselves to retain feelings of independence and self-esteem 

Recognizes and manages geriatric syndromes common to older adults, including: cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, hematological, musculoskeletal, endocrine, neurological, psychiatric/psychosocial, integumentary, sensory and pain problems 

Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient 

Facilitates older adults' active participation in all aspects of their own health care 

Involves, educates, and when appropriate, supervises family/significant others in implementing best practices for older adults 

Promotes the desirability of quality end-of-life care for older adults 

Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms 

Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting 

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current nursing license, in good standing with the State licensing board 

Upholds HIPAA regulations

Respects cultural and religious practices of patients

Federal-, State- and GHR-required credentials current and on file

Additional Information

If you feel that you have the skills we require, please respond to this posting with your contact information and your resume in a Word document.  We look forward to hearing from you today! 

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