RN - Registered Nurse

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% retirement plan

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Professional growth

Supportive work environment

Meaningful resident care

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation, a National Health Care Associates affiliate, is seeking an RN for per-diem shifts in Ridgefield, CT. You will assess residents, develop care plans, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.

Ideal candidates hold an RN license, demonstrate compassion, and possess strong clinical and communication skills to support aging residents in a caring, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Valid state license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill.
• Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting patient assessments and developing individualized care plans
• Administering medications, treatments, and IV therapies as prescribed
• Monitoring and recording patient vital signs and medical information
• Providing wound care and other nursing interventions as needed
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic care delivery
• Overseeing and guiding LPNs and CNAs in delivering quality care

Skills

RN license

Compassionate care

Team player

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Communication skills

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location:

642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut, 06877

RN

Per-Diem

What You'll Do:

As a Registered Nurse, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the health, comfort, and overall well-being of our residents. Your responsibilities will include assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting patient assessments and developing individualized care plans
• Administering medications, treatments, and IV therapies as prescribed
• Monitoring and recording patient vital signs and medical information
• Providing wound care and other nursing interventions as needed
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic care delivery
• Overseeing and guiding Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) in delivering quality care

You're passionate about providing compassionate care and support to our residents in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Registered Nurse!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Laurel Ridge family will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Registered Nurse include:

• Valid state license as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named Best Of by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.