Registered Nurse — Resident Care Leader (Burlington, VT)

premierburlington; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 Paid Holidays

On-site free education

Complimentary employee meals

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long & Short-term Disability Insurance

401K

Job summary

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Burlington, VT. The RN will provide high-quality patient care, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, and contribute to positive resident outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising nursing assistants, administering medications, participating in admissions and transfers, and coordinating care plans.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Vermont RN license.
• Strong communication skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to handle different situations with tact.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of certified nursing assistants in accordance with regulations and facility policies.
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed by nursing personnel.
• Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers of residents.
• Observe changes in residents' status and notify physicians and families; document accordingly.
• Transcribe physician orders and carry out orders as written.
• Prepare and administer medications per physicians' orders and monitor for adverse effects.
• Perform wound treatments and document changes.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and transportation as needed.
• Provide nursing leadership to unit staff and supervise assigned personnel.
• Provide direct care such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration.
• Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are met and staff duties are performed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to holistically meet residents' needs.
• Report incidents or concerns and participate in investigations as needed.
• Participate in end-of-life care as required.
• Maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies and notify appropriate personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Professionalism / tact

Education

Vermont RN license

Job description

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Burlington, VT. The RN will provide high-quality patient care, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, and contribute to positive resident outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising nursing assistants, administering medications, participating in admissions and transfers, and coordinating care plans.