Nurse

Byron Health Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Byron Wellness Community is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care, lead clinical tasks, and coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other care team members to ensure high-quality resident care.

The RN will supervise CNAs/QMAs, monitor patient conditions, administer treatments, and contribute to care planning and quality improvement while upholding the facility’s values and standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN/LPN program.
• Must have an active RN or LPN license.
• Experience with dementia, behavioral health challenges, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, or other specialized populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents.
• Supervise and support CNAs and QMAs.
• Monitor resident conditions and respond to changes.
• Administer treatments and medications as ordered.
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Complete assessments, charting, and required documentation.
• Support resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Participate in care planning and quality improvement initiatives.
• Respond to resident, family, and staff concerns.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Serve as a mentor, teacher, and role model for nursing staff.

Education

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university

Active RN/LPN license

Job description

At Byron Wellness Community, our mission is to foster purpose-filled lives by focusing on the individualized strengths of our residents and team members. We believe in serving residents with compassion, dignity, respect, and kindness while creating a community where people truly belong.

Our team members are guided by six core values:

• Commitment
• Communication
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Passion
• Respect

These values aren't just words on a wall. They shape how we care for residents and how we treat one another every day.

Why Team Members Love Working Here

Our employees often describe Byron as a place with:

• Strong commitment to the residents
• Strong peer relationships
• Pride in Byron
• Improved staffing and operations
• Belief in the vision of "One Team, One Standard"

Others mention teamwork, approachable leadership, and culture of helping one another.

If you're looking for a workplace where people genuinely care, you'll find that here.

What Kind of Person Thrives Here?

Our most successful Registered Nurses are:

• Friendly
• Dependable
• Positive
• Team-oriented
• Service-minded
• Willing to help wherever needed
• Able to create a welcoming experience for residents and families

Eligible team members may receive:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Incentives and bonuses
• Relaxed dress code

A Message from Our Team

If you're looking for a place where residents know your name, coworkers support one another, and your work has a meaningful impact every day, you'll find that opportunity here.

If you're compassionate, eager to learn, and committed to serving others, we'd love to meet you.

Join Byron Wellness Community and be part of a team that's redefining long-term care, one resident, one family, and one meaningful connection at a time.

A Place Where Nursing Begins With Great Relationships

At Byron Wellness Community, nursing is about more than medications, treatments, and care plans.

Our residents are individuals with unique stories, strengths, challenges, and life experiences. We're looking for Registered Nurses who combine clinical excellence with compassion, leadership, and a passion for serving others.

If you believe great care starts with great relationships, you'll feel at home here.

What You'll Do

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide clinical leadership and direct nursing care while helping ensure residents receive the highest quality care possible.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct nursing care to residents
• Supervising and supporting CNAs and QMAs
• Monitoring resident conditions and responding appropriately to changes
• Administering treatments and medications as ordered
• Coordinating care with physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams
• Completing assessments, charting, and required documentation
• Supporting resident admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Participating in care planning and quality improvement initiatives
• Responding to resident, family, and staff concerns
• Maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations
• Serving as a mentor, teacher, and role model for nursing staff

Most importantly, you'll help create an environment where residents feel safe, valued, respected, and cared for.

Job Type

Full time and part time available

Every other weekend and rotating holidays required

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN/LPN program. Must have an active license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals living with dementia, behavioral health challenges, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, or other specialized populations.