Night shift nurses

Gravitas; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Supportive leadership

Consistent schedule

Meaningful overnight care

Job summary

Gravitas in Kentucky is seeking a Night Shift Nurse (RN/LPN) to provide overnight nursing care and supervision for residents in our assisted living community. You will monitor resident health, administer medications, and respond promptly to overnight concerns, ensuring a calm, secure nighttime environment.

You will oversee night shift staff, maintain accurate records, and communicate critical updates to leadership while upholding regulatory standards and resident rights.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in good standing.
• Experience in assisted living, long-term care, or healthcare preferred.
• Strong assessment and independent decision-making skills.
• Calm, reliable, and self-directed.
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and state regulations.
• Monitor residents overnight and respond to health changes.
• Provide nursing interventions and emergency response as needed.
• Ensure resident comfort, safety, and dignity during overnight hours.
• Oversee night shift caregivers/med techs and document accurately.

Skills

RN/LPN license

Overnight shift

Clinical assessment

Documentation accuracy

Communication

Calm and resilient

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

The Night Shift Nurse (RN/LPN) provides overnight nursing care and supervision for residents in our assisted living community. This role ensures resident safety, medication administration, clinical monitoring, and prompt response to overnight concerns while supporting a calm, secure nighttime environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Resident Care

• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and state assisted living regulations

• Monitor residents’ condition overnight and respond to changes in health status

• Provide nursing interventions and emergency response as needed

• Ensure resident comfort, safety, and dignity during overnight hours

Clinical Oversight

• Oversee caregivers or med techs on night shift, as applicable

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of medications, treatments, and nurse notes

• Monitor infection control and safety practices during the shift

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate critical updates to the Director of Nursing or on-call leadership

• Provide clear shift handoff reporting to day shift nursing staff

• Notify families and providers per policy when overnight changes occur

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain compliance with state assisted living regulations and facility policies

• Uphold resident rights, confidentiality, and safety standards at all times

• Assist with incident reporting and follow-up documentation

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in good standing

• Experience in assisted living, long-term care, or healthcare preferred

• Strong assessment and independent decision-making skills

• Calm, reliable, and self-directed

• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment screening

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist residents as needed

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

• Ability to respond quickly to overnight medical or safety concerns

Schedule

• Night shift hours

• Weekends and holidays as scheduled

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with potential night shift differential

• Supportive leadership and teamwork

• Consistent schedule

• Meaningful role ensuring overnight resident safety