What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long-Term Care Nurse position at Vetted Solutions?
Licensed Nurse (Long-Term Care)
Provide direct, person-centered care to older adults in a long-term care setting. Assess residents’ health needs, develop and continuously update individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and administer medications and prescribed treatments.
Key Duties
Provide direct, person-centered care to older adults in a long-term care setting. Assess residents’ health needs, develop and continuously update individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and administer medications and prescribed treatments.
Key Duties
- Conduct resident health assessments and monitor condition changes.
- Create, implement, and update care plans with the care team.
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
- Follow safety procedures and implement infection prevention and control protocols.
- Supervise, support, and mentor caregivers as appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare providers.
- Contribute to a respectful, team-based care environment.
- Licensed nurse with current licensure in the applicable jurisdiction.
- Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and care planning abilities.
- Knowledge of medication administration, safety practices, and infection control.
- Effective communication and collaborative teamwork skills.
- Ability to supervise and support care staff while maintaining person-centered standards.