REGISTERED NURSE I-III

The State of New Hampshire; Tilton (NH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

State retirement plan

Paid holidays & generous leave

Wellness program

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire invites applications for Registered Nurse I-III positions at the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton. RN I-III responsibilities include nursing care, medication administration, and care planning for residents in a long-term facility.

Positions require NH RN licensure; CPR certification; and experience varying by level, with opportunities for mentoring staff and leading patient-centered care. Competitive benefits and shifts offered.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.
• CPR certification and psychiatric/gerontological nursing certification preferred.
• Experience in residential or long-term care settings is required depending on level.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing processes to evaluate, care for, and implement treatment plans.
• Observe and report changes in residents and coordinate with the care team.
• Administer medications, monitor equipment, and ensure CPR readiness.
• Mentor and supervise nursing staff; participate in care-plan development.

Skills

RN License NH

CPR Certification

Long-Term Care Nursing

Medication Administration

Resident Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

RN License NH

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Associate’s in Nursing

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel. Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail].

Registered Nurse I-III – New Hampshire Veterans Home

Location: 139 Winter St., Tilton, NH 03276.

Hiring Manager: Kris Day.

Salary: USD 33.740-66.070 hourly ($33.74 - $66.07 per hour).

Direct Care & Nursing Stipend: up to $25.00 per week.

Proposed Schedules

• Two 12-hour shifts (7:00 pm – 7:00 am) (additional $4.00 per hour).
• Two 8-hour shifts (11:00 pm – 7:00 am) (additional $7.00 per hour).
• Rotating weekends (additional $2.00 per hour).

Make a difference in a Veteran’s Life! Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region. Be part of a team committed to providing the best quality of life for NH Veterans with dignity, honor and respect.

Job Summary

RN I – To perform general nursing duties in the care and treatment of residents at the New Hampshire Veterans Home; observe, compile, and report information concerning the wellbeing, care, and treatment of residents to ensure quality care is provided at all times.

RN II – To perform general nursing duties in the care and treatment of residents at the New Hampshire Veterans Home; apply professional quality nursing standards of care when treating and making recommendations for residents with regards to wellness, healthcare, and treatment plans.

RN III – To provide care and treatment for residents in a long-term care facility setting, with responsibility for administration of medication, comprehensive medical treatment/care planning, and/or ongoing oversight and training of RNI and II nursing staff in accordance with policies, procedures and nursing standards of practice at the New Hampshire Veterans Home.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Minimum Qualifications

RN I

Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program with affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric nursing.

Experience: Experience is limited to that required for registration.

License/Certification: Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.

RN II

Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program with affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric nursing.

Experience: One year's experience as a registered nurse in a residential, nursing home, long-term care facility, or similar setting.

License/Certification: Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.

RN III

Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in nursing, human services, psychology, or a related field.

Experience: One year of experience as a registered nurse in a residential, nursing home, long-term care facility, or similar setting.

OR

Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program and possession of an Associate’s degree in nursing, human services, psychology, or a related field.

Experience: Two years' experience as a registered nurse in a residential, nursing home, long-term care facility, or similar setting.

AND

License/Certification:

1. Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.
2. Current certification in CPR.
3. Must be certified by the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying entity in psychiatric and mental health nursing, Gerontological nursing, wound care, or a specialty related to long-term nursing care.

Responsibilities

RN I

• Applies nursing process techniques required in the evaluation, care, and implementation of treatment plans for residents, ensuring physical and/or emotional needs are addressed and facility policies and procedures are followed.
• Observes, records, and reports signs, symptoms and progress of residents’ medical treatment and care plans utilizing the facility’s documentation system and makes recommendations concerning changes or modifications of treatment as needed to appropriate medical personnel.
• Interacts cooperatively with other nursing staff, health care professionals, and medical/therapeutic disciplines within the facility, in order to meet treatment care plans, health needs, and goals of residents; communicates information to the treatment team or supervisor as necessary.
• Performs specialized nursing tasks such as exchange of oxygen tanks, preparation and verification of medicine and pharmacy orders, and observing that medical equipment is appropriately functioning; alerts supervisor or appropriate personnel if equipment needs to be repaired/replaced.
• Participates in preparing treatment plans and providing therapeutic activity such as daily living activities, personal hygiene, and addressing resident’s individual care goals.
• Monitors the activities of the licensed practical nurses or nursing support staff to ensure equality of services rendered.
• Provides auxiliary nursing personnel with in-service training in the care of patients and participates in the orientation of new staff.
• Ensures compliance with established department policies and procedures by maintaining competency in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques.

RN II

• Applies nursing process techniques required in the evaluation, care, and implementation of treatment plans for residents, ensuring physical and/or emotional needs are addressed and facility policies and procedures are followed.
• Observes, records, and reports signs, symptoms and progress of residents’ medical treatment and care plans utilizing the facility’s documentation system, and modifies treatment plans based on resident’s response, medical changes, and/or doctor’s orders.
• Coordinates with other health care providers and medical/therapeutic disciplines within the facility to ensure individualized treatment and care plans for residents are being followed; prepares nursing assessments and implements treatment plans, delegating appropriate aspects of care to auxiliary nursing personnel.
• Monitors the nursing care of RN I, less-skilled nursing staff, or healthcare personnel; provides in-service training in the care of patients and participates in the orientation of new staff.
• Performs specialized nursing tasks such as dispensation/tracking of medications, exchange of oxygen tanks, preparation and verification of medicine and pharmacy orders, and observing that medical equipment is appropriately functioning; alerts Nurse Coordinator or appropriate personnel if equipment needs to be repaired/replaced.
• Provides assistance with therapeutic activities such as daily living activities, personal hygiene, and addressing resident’s individual care goals.
• Prepares residents for and assists with examinations or treatments; evaluates resident’s condition and notifies doctor, medical, or therapy personnel when necessary.
• Ensures compliance with established department policies and procedures by maintaining competency in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques.

RN III

• Applies nursing process techniques in the care, evaluation, and treatment of residents with a variety of diagnoses; ensures that physical and/or emotional needs are addressed and facility policies and procedures are followed.
• Works with Nursing Supervisor and meets with care-plan team to develop and implement individualized resident treatment care plans, encompassing medical, wellness, and therapeutic activities as applicable, and delegates appropriate aspects of care to subordinate professional nursing staff and/or auxiliary nursing personnel.
• Performs specialized nursing tasks such as dispensation/tracking of medications, exchange of oxygen tanks, preparation and verification of medicine and pharmacy orders, and observing that medical equipment is appropriately functioning; alerts Nurse Coordinator or appropriate personnel if equipment needs to be repaired/replaced.
• Prepares residents for and assists with examinations or treatments; evaluates resident’s condition and notifies doctor, medical, or therapy personnel when necessary.
• Monitors resident outcomes or effectiveness of care and treatment regimes, and communicates complex information to the care planning team, Nurse Coordinator, Director of Nursing, or appropriate personnel.
• Writes annual nursing assessments and monthly summaries, mentors and oversees less-skilled nursing staff and participates in new employee orientation as well as NH Veteran’s Home Nursing Policy and Procedure meetings.
• Observes, records, and reports signs, symptoms and progress of residents’ medical treatment and care plans utilizing the facility’s documentation system and makes recommendations concerning changes or modifications of treatment as needed to appropriate medical personnel.
• Ensures compliance with established department policies and procedures by maintaining competency in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques.

Total Compensation Statement

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.

Other Benefits include:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value).
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan.
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance.
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).

EOE. TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964.