RN Day Shift - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Heritage Wellness & Rehabilitation; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Heritage Wellness & Rehabilitation in Independence, MO seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for a day shift in a resident-centered skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment. The RN will provide high-quality clinical care, monitor conditions, supervise LPNs/CNAs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include administering medications, performing assessments, coordinating care, and educating residents and families.

Qualifications

• Current Missouri RN license
• BLS/CPR Certification
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care preferred
• Strong assessment, clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Compassionate, dependable, resident-focused
• Ability to work on day shift nursing team

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care per physician orders and care plans
• Perform comprehensive resident assessments and identify condition changes
• Use clinical judgment to determine interventions
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Provide and oversee wound care, IV therapy, and other skilled nursing treatments
• Communicate changes in resident condition to physicians and team
• Supervise and support LPNs and CNAs during the shift
• Respond to resident needs, call lights, and emergencies
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, and the care team
• Educate residents and families regarding care and health needs
• Follow infection prevention protocols and participate in QAPI initiatives
• Maintain compliance with CMS/state regulations
• Promote dignity, safety, and quality of life
• Support a positive, team-oriented nursing environment

Skills

Assessment & clinical judgment

Communication & teamwork

Compassionate, resident-centered care

Education

Missouri RN license

BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

Heritage Wellness & Rehabilitation in Independence, MO seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for a day shift in a resident-centered skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment. The RN will provide high-quality clinical care, monitor conditions, supervise LPNs/CNAs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include administering medications, performing assessments, coordinating care, and educating residents and families.