RN Designee Suffield by the River

LCB Senior Living, LLC; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

LCB Senior Living, LLC is hiring a full-time RN Designee at Suffield by the River in Suffield, CT. The role includes supervising resident care staff, evaluating resident needs, and collaborating with physicians and families to ensure high-quality elder care.

The qualified candidate will have an RN license, at least two years of geriatric experience, and strong communication skills. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing Program.
• Experience: At least two years in a geriatric setting and health experience in hospital and/or community setting.
• Certificates/Licenses: Current RN.
• Must be able to type and use a computer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with evaluation of resident needs and development of service plans per state requirements.
• Supervise daily work assignments of resident care associates.
• Evaluate resident issues and discuss with ED, family and MD as appropriate.
• Ensure staffing and backup coverage is maintained at all times.
• Oversee incident/accident reports and communicate with Safety Committee to minimize issues.
• Provide direct care to residents as needed and participate in supervision of staff.

Skills

English communication

Nurse leadership

Patient care coordination

Infection control

Education

High school diploma & RN program graduation

Job description

**$4,000 SIGN ON BONUS**If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring full-time RN Designees at Suffield by the River. Apply today for immediate consideration!**FULL-TIME**Wage band: $90,000 - $100,000 yearly salary based on years of experience!What We Offer:Full-Time Associates: Great benefits starting from Day One!HealthVisionDental401kPaid Time OffHoliday PayPart-Time Associates (24- 29 hours):Paid Time OffHoliday PayWork with an Amazing Team!Possibility for tuition reimbursementRewarding role working with seniorsEssential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:Assist with the evaluation of resident needs and the development and revision of service plans as per state regulatory requirements.Demonstrate an understanding of pathophysiological and psychosocial changes that is associated with the aging process and disabilities.Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of resident care associates.Evaluates residents issues and medical concerns and discusses with the ED, family and MD as appropriate.Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with all departments to assist in eliminating/ correcting problem areas and overall improvement of services.Monitors resident care assistants compliance with infection control/sharps disposal program.Participates in the direct care of residents on an as needed basis.Provides support to resident care associates regarding assignment questions or concerns as well as emergency situations.Ensuring that all required staffing and schedules (if applicable), including backup coverage for staff is met at all times.Ensure completion and review of incident / accident reports and implement changes through proper channels (i.e. Safety Committee etc.) to minimize future issues. Ensure proper communication with LCB Senior Living and state compliance reporting.Assists the Resident Care Director with all documentation required by LCB Senior Living or the State Requirements.The RN Designee provides oversight for both Assisted Living and Reflections Neighborhood.Assists the SALSA with the supervision of nurses aides and nurses.With written physicians orders, administers topical and oral medications sublingual, as well as ear and eye drops, administers injectables where allowed by regulation.LCBs Non-Discrimination Policy:LCB, including its managed care communities, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment opportunities at LCB are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job with or without reasonable accommodation. All employment opportunities areprovided without regard to race, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy to provide equal opportunity encompasses all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.Job Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:The professional knowledge and skills necessary to assist in the planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with the current state, federal and local standards to insure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential.May require lifting, bending and standing for extended periods of time.Education: A high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing Program.Experience: Shall, at a minimum, be at least 21 years of age and at least two years of experience in a geriatric setting and previous health experience in hospital and/or community setting.Certificates/Licenses: Current RN.Physical Demands:Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.Visual and auditory acuity.Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs. and be able to carry objects.Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.Must use good body mechanics.Should be neat and well groomed.Must be able to type and use a computer.Must project a positive attitude towards the service provided.Associate may be subject to potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, and to handling hazardous chemicals (Category 2).