Lead Restorative Nurse (RN) – RNP & MDS Oversight

Complete Care at Sheridan Commons; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Care at Sheridan Commons is seeking a Restorative Nurse (RN) to lead and supervise the Restorative Nursing Program, provide direct nursing care, and ensure high standards of resident function and safety. You will collaborate with therapists, nurses, and physicians, document MDS-related activities, and participate in care plan meetings to support independence and quality of life.

A current RN license, CPR certification, and RAC-CT certification are preferred; long-term care experience is

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN license in the practicing state.
• MDS/restorative experience preferred.
• RAC-CT certification strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of long-term care laws and guidelines.
• English language proficiency for clinical decisions.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Experience in Long Term Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct, develop, and supervise the Restorative Nursing Program; train nursing assistants in restorative techniques.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and physicians to identify residents for RNP services and set SMART goals.
• Perform and document MDS-related activities to support accurate coding.
• Participate in care plan meetings with input on functional status and restorative progress.
• Audit restorative documentation for accuracy, compliance, and reflection of care provided.
• Provide leadership to nursing staff; plan shift services and activities.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical decision making

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

RN License

Job description

Complete Care at Sheridan Commons is seeking a Restorative Nurse (RN) to lead and supervise the Restorative Nursing Program, provide direct nursing care, and ensure high standards of resident function and safety. You will collaborate with therapists, nurses, and physicians, document MDS-related activities, and participate in care plan meetings to support independence and quality of life.

A current RN license, CPR certification, and RAC-CT certification are preferred; long-term care experience is