Full-time Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 39,729 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off package

Education Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Free gym and pool access

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Job summary

A leading senior living community in Charlottesville, Virginia seeks dedicated nurses to provide professional care and support for residents. Ideal candidates will hold a current RN or LPN license in Virginia and collaborate closely with a healthcare team to ensure the best care possible. Responsibilities include administering medications, supervising nursing assistants, and maintaining patient records. This position offers a competitive pay rate between $28.84 and $43.00 per hour, plus benefits such as paid time off and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia RN or LPN license is required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nursing care in accordance with physician’s orders.
• Administer medications and maintain resident charts.
• Supervise nursing assistants and review assignments.

Skills

Collaboration with healthcare team

Time management

Quick observation skills

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing preferred

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

First aid certification

Job description

Nurses provide “Hands on” key direct resident care in accordance with physician orders, nursing directives and established nursing care policies, procedures, and standards. RNs and LPNs work closely with a committed health‑care team with the ultimate goal of providing a supportive, safe and home‑like environment for residents. Responsible for planning and providing professional nursing care for residents to include completing all medical record documentation identify resident/family support systems, and serve as the interface with physicians and ancillary staff to obtain and communicate information regarding resident care. The successful candidate is also responsible for providing supervision of Certified Nursing Assistants and assists with the training of new team members. The schedule for nurses is either 7:00am to 7:30pm or 7:00pm to 7:30am.

Starting pay rate is between $28.84 and $43.00 per hour depending on licensure and relevant experience. We also offer shift differentials or shifts worked overnight and/or on the weekend.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide professional nursing care for residents in accordance with physicians’ orders and established policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as necessary, maintain resident charts, and procure supplies and medications.
• Assist with the planning and overall nursing care of the residents on the unit assuming charge nurse responsibilities.
• Serve as interface with physicians and ancillary personnel to obtain and communicate information regarding resident care.
• Provide supervision of nursing assistants; schedule assignments; review/revise assignments according to individual needs of the residents and ensure assignments/tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Evaluate, coordinate and assist in the activities of supportive staff and make recommendations for improvements in the quality and effectiveness of nursing care provided the residents.
• Provide resident and family instructions and care plans to facilitate progressive and recuperative medical care programs.
• Schedule physician appointments and coordinate transportation of the resident as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on a daily basis with Physicians and Nurses, residents, family members and responsible parties to review progress and plan and resolve issues.
• Ability to complete multiple assignments with multiple deadlines on time and within budget.
• Ability to make quick observations of a resident's condition.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of staff members across the organization.

Requirements

• Current Virginia RN or LPN license.
• Current CPR and First aid certification.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
• Associate's degree in Nursing preferred.

Benefits Snapshot

• Paid Time Off package
• Education Program to offer financial assistance with education costs
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• Paid Holidays
• Free gym and pool access
• Free parking
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits