What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN/LPN Charge Nurse 3rd Shift (Mon-Fri) $10,000 immediate sign-on bonus! position at PIPER SHORES?
Piper Shores is Maine’s premier nonprofit continuing care retirement community, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care for our residents with a person-centered approach to care. RNs/LPNs serve in our 40-bed Skilled Nursing (Nursing Home), which is top-rated by the Us News & World Report and is a nationally recognized 5-star facility by CMS. We offer excellent staff to resident ratios and a clean, safe, and friendly work environment.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 10pm-6am
Sign-on bonus of $10,000 paid in your first paycheck!
Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to residents in our Skilled Nursing neighborhood, promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
- Respond promptly and confidently to resident needs, including emergency situations, ensuring timely and appropriate care.
- Monitor resident health status and communicate changes, concerns, and clinical observations to the Director of Nursing and physicians.
- Foster a positive, collaborative care environment by serving as a mentor and role model for CNAs and fellow team members.
- Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and coworkers while supporting a culture of respect and person-centered care.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold compliance with CMS, CDC, state regulations, and Piper Shores standards of excellence.
Qualifications:
- Current Maine RN or LPN license in good standing.
- CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
- Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, or senior care settings preferred.
- Knowledge of dementia care and the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with individuals experiencing cognitive changes.
- Warm, team-oriented approach with a genuine passion for serving older adults.
- Strong clinical judgement, communication skills, and commitment to providing outstanding resident care.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday and independently lift up to 50 pounds.
Benefits:
- Health, dental and vision insurance as low as $70/month for a top-tier plan
- 100% company sponsored short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 18 days of Paid Time Off to start, PTO buy-back feature
- 8 holidays (double pay for working holidays) and 2 paid personal days
- Retirement plan option with up to 4% company match
- Free on-site fitness center including pool and spa
- Generous annual performance increases to base pay
Why Join Piper Shores?
At Piper Shores, you'll be more than a nurse, you'll be a trusted caregiver, advocate, and valued member of a team dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while working alongside a supportive and compassionate team, we'd love to hear from you.
Piper Shores is dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment.
Consistent with the Maine Human Rights Act and the American with Disabilities Act, applicants may request a reasonable accommodation if needed to participate in the application process.
All employees must be fully vaccinated against Influenza and required Public Health vaccines such as MMR/TB/etc. A two-step TB test is required upon hire.
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