What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Registered Nurse position at Valley West Health Care Center?
At Valley West we strive to be the premier provider of skilled and long-term care. We believe our residents are our highest priority and our associates are our most valuable resources. It is our desire to be the facility of choice in our community. Our programs and services are designed to operate with superior quality in order to satisfy the needs of our residents and staff. We have an exceptional team of dedicated associates and we are looking to expand the team with like-minded and motivated individuals looking to make a positive impact in others lives. We have had consistently low COVID 19 infection rates of our residents and staff along with positive outcomes and feed back from state infection control surveys. All employees are eligible for referral bonuses for certain high need positions.
Job Type: Full-time, PRN
Pay: $48-$54.35
Schedules Available: Day
New Grads Welcome
Shift Differential: Eve - $.50 Weekdays $.75 Weekends, NOC - $1
Benefits(full-time):
- Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
- Student loan repayment
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
- Life insurance, short/long term disability
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts
Setting & Population Served
Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:
- Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
- Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
- Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
- A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.
Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are currently seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to add to our team of professionals. We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. We invites you to come and join our growing team.
As an important member of our interdisciplinary team, the RN delivers quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact and provides care and services to allow patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Your role includes evaluating patient needs through ongoing assessment and revise care plans based on changes in the patient’s condition. On a daily basis you must be able to provide clinical supervision to C N As and LPNs.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
- Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
- Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $48 - $54