Geriatric Nurse Assisted Living Facility

Greenbriar Independent And Assisted; Dallas (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A senior care facility is seeking a Geriatric Nurse to provide compassionate care for aging patients. Responsibilities include administering medications, making rounds, and offering support to residents and the care team. The ideal candidate must hold an active nursing license, have experience with elderly care, and be able to work independently as well as collaboratively. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have an active, valid nursing license in the state.
• Experience with an aging population is desired.
• Ability to work independently and in a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Make rounds and assess each patient’s well-being.
• Administer prescribed medications as directed.
• Provide support to other nurses and personal care aides.
• Be a positive presence for residents.

Skills

Experience with an aging population

Ability to multitask

Comfortable working independently

Ability to work well under pressure

Education

Active, valid nursing license within the state

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Geriatric Nurse to join our team! As a Geriatric Nurse, you will spend your time caring for our aging patients, administering medication, and following care orders laid out by their doctors. You will also work closely with our PCA's offering support and guidance, make rounds, and be a supportive, helpful presence to our residents. The ideal candidate has experience working with an older population, has all the required licensing in the state, and works well independently as well as within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Make rounds to check on each patient assigned, assessing current well-being and making notes on issues as needed
• Administer prescribed medications as directed
• Assisting other nurses or personal care aids as needed to keep the shift moving and provide excellent care
• Being a positive, supportive presence to our aging residents

Qualifications

• Active, valid nursing license within the state
• Experience working with an aging population desired
• Comfortability working independently and within a team
• The ability to multitask and work well under pressure