Registered Nurse RN Geri Wellness

Sauk Prairie Healthcare, Inc.; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated nurse for their Geriatric Wellness Unit. The role involves creating care plans, collaborating with clinical teams, and ensuring optimal care for elderly patients. Candidates must be licensed RNs, with experience in geriatrics preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Connecticut registered nurse license.
• At least 1 year of Geriatric Wellness nursing experience required.
• BLS or CPR Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and managing nursing care plans for elderly patients.
• Participate in evaluating medical needs and providing comprehensive care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Collaborative teamwork

Behavioral health services

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

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Description

At Johnson Memorial Hospital, the Geriatric Wellness Unit is a 15-bed unit providing behavioral health services with a multi-disciplinary clinical team that utilizes a collaborative approach to care. Our core values include professionalism, punctuality, attendance, teamwork, and empathy, which reflect how we care for our patients. We aim to positively impact the lives of our patients and their families.

What You Will Do

• Assist in creating and managing nursing care plans tailored to elderly patients.
• Participate in evaluating current and future medical needs, ensuring comprehensive care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is mandatory; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• RN Licensure: Must hold a valid Connecticut registered nurse license.
• Experience: At least 1 year of Geriatric Wellness nursing experience; geriatric psych and/or dementia nursing experience is a plus.
• BLS or CPR Certification: Current certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 36-hour Night Shift, 12-hour shifts, every other weekend and holiday.

Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of healthcare services in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. With 92 beds, our hospital and home health and hospice services have been serving the community for over 100 years.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest non-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting our Mission and Core Values. Our diverse workforce enables us to provide accessible and equitable care. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.