Registered Nurse- Medication Administration (Per Diem)

North Country Healthcare; Colebrook (NH); On-site; USD 56,481 - 77,145; Full time

Job summary

North Country Healthcare in Colebrook, NH is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Medication Administration Department. You will ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery while adhering to regulatory and clinical standards.

You will collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams, document in the EMR, educate patients and families on meds, and participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Hampshire or compact state
• Minimum 1–2 years nursing experience, medication administration or acute care preferred
• Strong pharmacology knowledge and medication safety practices
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols
• Verify orders, dosages, and patient information to prevent errors
• Monitor patients for therapeutic responses and adverse effects
• Document accurately in EMR in a timely manner
• Educate patients and families on medications, side effects, and adherence
• Collaborate with healthcare team to optimize outcomes
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are met
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety

Skills

Nursing experience 1–2 years

Pharmacology knowledge

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Infection control understanding

Education

RN License NH

Accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR systems

Medication administration tech

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Medication Administration Department. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely administration of medications while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and clinical standards. You will collaborate closely with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $41.39/hr - $51.80/hr - $55.94/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's applicable experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols
• Verify medication orders, dosages, and patient information to prevent errors
• Monitor patients for therapeutic responses and adverse reactions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records (EMR)
• Educate patients and families on medications, side effects, and adherence
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to optimize patient outcomes
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Hampshire
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum [1–2] years of nursing experience (medication administration or acute care preferred)
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology and medication safety practices
• Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency with EMR systems and medication administration technologies

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – preferred