Lead Registered Nurse: Care Plans, Meds & Team

Avir Vista; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avir Vista is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to residents in a regulated facility. You will assess residents, administer medications, coordinate admissions and discharges, and supervise staff to ensure high-quality care in accordance with physician orders and policy.

The role emphasizes strong communication with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team, while upholding residents’ rights and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and currently licensed by the State.
• Must be CPR Certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required for complex long-term care regulations.
• Ability to complete continuing education hours as required by the State.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with residents, families and regulators.
• Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review medical records and nurse’s notes, and assess residents to observe and evaluate their status.
• Monitor resident activity and nursing care per physician orders, care plans and facility policies.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharge; transcribe physician orders; communicate with residents, families and team.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered; document all charting according to policy.
• Lead and monitor licensed staff; assign priorities and provide coaching as needed.
• Understand and promote Residents’ rights in all interactions.
• Develop and implement written care plans for residents.
• Participate in in-service training and orientation programs; maintain professional competence.
• Monitor safety, sanitation, infection control and comply with department policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license

CPR

communication skills

CE credits

relationship building

job duties

Job description

Avir Vista is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to residents in a regulated facility. You will assess residents, administer medications, coordinate admissions and discharges, and supervise staff to ensure high-quality care in accordance with physician orders and policy.

The role emphasizes strong communication with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team, while upholding residents’ rights and ongoing professional development.