Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Recently acknowledged as a "Best in Senior Living" community by U.S. News & World Report, a career at Duncaster is more than just a place to work.

Here, you can fulfill your passion for helping others and become part of something meaningful that pays you back in inspiring, heartfelt ways you may have never experienced.

Duncaster offers residents a plan for life with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing services all on a beautiful campus-like setting.

Our residents share a bond of mutual respect with our staff that builds memorable and lasting relationships.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing quality care to resident of assigned neighborhood.

The RN functions as a professional caregiver who is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating all aspects of resident care, including physical, psychosocial and environmental needs.

Performs all job responsibilities according to Duncaster's Policies & Procedures.

Job Duties

The following description of job responsibilities and standards are intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

• Contributes to the achievement of excellence through the quality and care values of the mission of Duncaster.
• Administers medications accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Documents according to nursing practice standards and Duncaster policies and procedures.
• Provides treatments to residents according to physician orders and Duncaster policies and procedures.
• Provides for physical comfort and a safe environment.
• Follows infection control, bloodbourne pathogens and hazardous materials policies and procedures.
• Protects residents' rights, confidentiality and dignity.
• Accurately carries out physician / provider orders in a timely fashion.
• Initiates, implements and evaluates care plans / MDS on an ongoing basis.
• Accurately completes admission and discharge procedures.
• Coordinates staff and resident care appropriately to meet resident needs.
• Willingly participates in organizational / professional activities.
• Utilization of the electronic medical records system.

Education and Experience

• Requires licensing as a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of Connecticut.
• Comprehensive knowledge of geriatric nursing care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles of nursing, and physical assessment skills.
• General knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Basic knowledge of human relations skills necessary to deal effectively with the geriatric residents, their families, and CHHC staff.
• ANA Certificate in Geriatric Nursing preferred.
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred.
• A minimum of two years of full-time clinical experience in nursing.

We have a CMS 5-Star rating with staffing levels above average!

Hours

Per Diem and Flex Schedules Available

1st : 7 : 00am-3 : 30pm

2nd : 3 : 00pm - 11 : 30pm

3rd : 11 : 00pm - 7 : 30am

Pay Rate

Per Diem

$40.00 p / h + shift differentials ($2.00 p / h weekday evenings, nights & weekend days, $3.00 p / h weekend evenings and weekend nights)

Flex

$45.00 per hour (must have 3 years of skilled nursing experience) + shift differentials ($2.00 p / h weekday evenings, nights & weekend days, $3.

00 p / h weekend evenings and weekend nights)

What are the benefits?

Working in a Life Plan community will bring out the best in you. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue a truly rewarding career path, with multiple exciting benefits, including the following :

• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Free Access to our Aquatic & Fitness Center & to our beautiful walking trails throughout our campus
• Discount employee lunches
• Duncaster Spotlight Employee Recognition Program
• Referral bonuses
• Free on-site parking
• Shoes for Crews - discounted safety shoes for all staff
• Yearly performance increases plus additional bonus opportunities
• Employee Appreciation Events held throughout the year by our own Funcaster Committee
23 days ago