A healthcare facility in Meriden, Connecticut is seeking a Registered Nurse to supervise nursing care and staff while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of nursing experience, strong clinical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents and healthcare teams. This role involves overseeing care plans, staff performance, and quality assurance initiatives in a fast-paced, skilled nursing environment.
Qualifications
Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required.
Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Long-term care or skilled nursing supervisory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate nursing care for residents.
Assess residents’ conditions and respond to changes in status.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation in medical records.
Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Provide guidance and clinical direction to LPNs, CNAs, and staff.
Ensure staffing levels and assignment coverage.
Maintain CMS/state regulations compliance and survey readiness.
Identify and address quality and safety issues; escalate as needed.
Skills
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Ability to supervise and motivate staff
Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Education
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
CPR certification
Job description
$1250 Sign On Bonus
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Oversight
Supervise and coordinate nursing care for residents in accordance with physician orders, care plans, and facility policies.
Assess residents’ conditions and respond promptly to changes in status.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation in medical records.
Administer medications and treatments as required.
Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Staff Supervision
Supervise LPNs, CNAs, and other nursing staff during assigned shifts.
Provide guidance, support, and clinical direction to staff.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and assignment coverage.
Monitor staff performance and address performance issues in accordance with facility policy and collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.
Report incidents, accidents, and concerns to the DON/ADON.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with CMS, state Department of Public Health, and facility regulations.
Participate in survey preparedness and respond appropriately during inspections.
Ensure infection control practices are followed at all times.
Maintain resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality.
Quality Assurance & Safety
Identify and report quality of care issues.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
Follow emergency procedures and respond to incidents as needed.
Communication
Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
Serve as the nursing leadership contact during assigned shifts.
Escalate concerns appropriately to nursing leadership.
Qualifications
Education & Licensure
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
CPR certification required.
Experience
Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required.
Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Skills & Abilities
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Ability to supervise and motivate staff.
Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift as required in a nursing environment.
Ability to lift up to ___ pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment
Skilled nursing / long-term care facility.
Fast-paced environment requiring flexibility and professionalism.