What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time 7am-3pm RN Long Term Care/Short Term Rehab position at Whitney Center, Inc.?
24 hour week rotates every other weekend
If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of older adults, then we want to meet you.
Whitney Center's mission is Excellence in Senior Living. We achieve this mission through the application of our values in creating engagement opportunities for those we serve to achieve their personal fulfillment. Our values: Community, Respect, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork are the foundation of our person centered philosophy. We treat all members of our community- our residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion.
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
- Long Term/Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- And More
If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about the well being of those we serve is important to you, then we would like to meet with you. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding services we provide.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO/AA/M/F/DV
As our RN you will be responsible for:
- Assigns duties to C.N.A.’s and clerical staff.
- Coordinates nursing activities with other departments when necessary.
- Participates in orientation of new nursing staff accurately and professionally.
- Provides individual instruction and in-service programs to direct reports.
- Gives and receives shift report.
- Provides emergency treatment to residents in Community residential area, when needed.
- Makes accurate and timely assessments of residents, reports change, completes required
- medical record.
- Properly administers medications and treatments in a timely fashion.
- Calls physician to report resident’s conditions; receive telephone orders; transcribes orders
- accurately and carries out physician orders accurately.
- Monitors laboratory studies and report results to physicians.
- Performs restorative and rehabilitative nursing for residents by teaching self-help and
- independence in activities of daily living according to the resident’s care plan.
- Maintains confidentiality and respects the rights and dignity of residents.
- Follows department safety procedures and policies.
Expectations:
Oversee clinical care in the Health Center for completion of Admissions and Discharges. Also, update Medical Provider with all changes in condition for further treatment recommendations for plan of care and handle staffing needs/concerns.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN degree preferred
Two years of nursing experience in a long-term care setting preferred
Supervisory experience a plus, and / or equivalent combination of education and experience
Exceptional communication skills a must
Current license with the Board of Examiners as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut is required
Condition of Employment:
Candidate must successfully complete Pre-Employment Medical Clearance consisting of a Physical, PPD, Drug Test.