Registered Nurse (RN) - Overnight Shift (86802)

Heritage Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse for the 10pm-6am shift in Austin, TX. You will provide comprehensive resident care, observe changes, document accurately, and administer medications as prescribed.

Collaborate with physicians, discharge residents per policy, and ensure care plans are followed. Texas RN license in good standing and SNF experience are preferred. This role requires strong communication and vigilance.

Qualifications

• RN program completion from an accredited institution.
• Active Registered Nurse license in Texas in good standing.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• During rounds observes, assesses, documents, and reports resident condition or changes.
• Administers medications as prescribed and communicates with physicians.
• Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records.
• Discharge residents per facility policy and initiate incident reports when needed.
• Identify significant changes in resident condition and act per policies.
• Oversees and monitors aides and completes nursing assessments as required.

Skills

Observation skills

Documentation

Medication administration

Education

RN program completion

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center - Austin, TX 78722
• Position Type: Full Time
• Job Shift: 10pm-6am Shift
• Job Category: Nurse

Essential Functions

• During rounds observes, assess, documents, and reports resident condition/changes
• Assures implementation of care plans as directed
• Administers medications as prescribed
• Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records
• Perform narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts
• Identify significant changes in the condition of residents and takes necessary action per facility policies and procedures
• Oversees and monitors aides
• Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports per facility policy
• Discharge residents per facility policy
• Must complete Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls prior to calling physician on any change in resident condition
• Communicate with resident's point of contact when they ask for a status update or if there is a change in condition
• Other special projects or functions can be assigned at times by the Director of Nurses and/or the Administrator

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements

• Has completed a RN program at an accredited vocational school, college, or university

Licensing Requirements

• Must be an active Registered Nurse in the state of Texas in good standing

Experience Requirements

• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.