What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Lakeshore Village Nursing and Rehab?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of patient care, medical procedures, and healthcare documentation, with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate and high-quality nursing services. This role offers an opportunity to work across diverse clinical settings, including acute care, long-term care, outpatient clinics, and specialized medical units. The successful applicant will be instrumental in providing exceptional patient-centered care while adhering to regulatory standards and hospital protocols.
Duties
- Perform thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and detailed medical histories to inform appropriate care plans.
- Administer medications and injections accurately following prescribed protocols, including IV infusions and medication management.
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth to document patient information securely and efficiently.
- Assist in diagnostic evaluations, specimen collection, and laboratory testing procedures while maintaining strict infection control practices.
- Provide specialized care in areas such as ophthalmology, cardiology (including catheterization), dialysis, trauma medicine, or geriatrics based on experience.
- Support emergency response efforts by managing airway management, ventilator support, acute pain management, and critical care procedures in Level I or Level II trauma centers or ICU settings.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop discharge planning strategies and coordinate long-term or hospice care when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain the confidentiality of all patient records and medical documentation.
Qualifications
- Valid nursing license (RN) issued by the appropriate licensing authority with current registration.
- Proven experience working in diverse clinical environments such as hospital medicine, emergency medicine, ICU, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), or neonatal resuscitation procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation and coding (ICD-9/10).
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology relevant to patient care.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or developmental delays in settings like assisted living or memory care is preferred.
- Ability to perform sterile procedures such as suturing, catheterization (including Foley catheters), phlebotomy, venipuncture, and ostomy care.
- Excellent critical thinking skills with the capacity to triage patients effectively in urgent care or emergency situations.
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and aseptic techniques essential for maintaining a safe clinical environment.
- Additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) are highly desirable.
Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through expert nursing care delivered in a supportive and professional environment!
Pay: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42 - $46