RN Care Specialist

GenZJobs; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription insurance

Life insurance

Sign-On Bonus for Night Shift

Job summary

Bethesda Health is seeking an RN Care Specialist to assess residents, develop care plans with the interdisciplinary team, and perform nursing interventions in a long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, strong communication, and adherence to best nursing practices. Responsibilities include medication administration, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and families. Competitive benefits and a $25,000 sign-on bonus for full-time night shifts.

Qualifications

• Education from an accredited school of nursing resulting in RN licensure.
• Current RN license in the state of work.
• CPR/AED certification or willing to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor residents’ health status and document findings.
• Develop and revise individualized care plans with the IDT.
• Administer medications and perform treatments safely and accurately.
• Communicate changes promptly to physicians and family members.
• Assist with ADLs and resident care while maintaining quality standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Excellent communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

RN license

Nursing degree

Job description

RN Care Specialist

RN Care Specialist at Bethesda Health summary: The RN Care Specialist assesses and monitors residents’ health status, develops and revises individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and performs nursing interventions including medication administration and treatments. They maintain accurate documentation, communicate changes promptly to physicians, and assist with resident care and activities of daily living. This role requires critical thinking, excellent communication, and adherence to best nursing practices in a long-term care setting.

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People! At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others.

As a team member at Bethesda, you’ll enjoy great benefits such as:

• 403b
• daily pay
• bonuses
• career advancement opportunities
• holiday pay
• Medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• prescription insurance
• life insurance
• New $25,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full Time Night shift RNs

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees.

• Accurately assesses residents’ health status as well as their educational and environmental needs on admission and on an ongoing basis.
• Remains aware about and communicates to the appropriate interdisciplinary team (IDT) member any significant change in condition.
• Accurately documents all assessments.
• Develops dynamic care plans based upon the identified needs of the residents through an interdisciplinary approach that includes physicians, residents, families, and other IDT members.
• Reviews and revises the care plan as the resident’s needs, problems, and goals change.
• Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members along with the residents and families.
• Accurately documents the care plan on admission, cognition change, or regulatory requirements for care planning.
• Identifies necessary nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs.
• Interventions such as medication administration, treatments, and IV fluid administrations are accomplished in a safe and timely manner.
• Documents all interventions accurately and timely.
• Uses critical thinking skills when dealing with residents’ change in condition.
• Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication tool.
• Maintains composure during and handles any crisis situation such as family dissatisfaction, staff disputes, or inclement weather in a calm and professional manner.
• Monitors the care of the residents closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively.
• Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively address the situation for immediate problem resolution.
• Remains knowledgeable about the status of the resident to quickly identify behavioral changes or other untoward signs or symptoms.
• Assists in answering call lights and assists with resident care such as ADLs.
• Completes twelve hours, at a minimum, of offerings related to nursing.
• Upholds commitment to remaining current in best nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda’s policies and self-study.
• May be assigned other duties as appropriate.

Job Qualifications

• Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a registered nurse
• Current RN license in the state you will be working
• CPR/AED certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Must possess critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills to interact verbally with patients, visitors, and staff
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance as necessary
• Ability to transfer and move patients who vary with ability to assist weighing 200lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance when necessary
• Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment
• Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color
• Ability to physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in writing

Pay range: $29.39 – $48.20 per hour

Category: RN

Keywords: registered nurse, patient care, care planning, medication administration, long-term care, health assessments, interdisciplinary team, nursing interventions, critical thinking, resident care