RN, Special Care Unit — Geriatric Care Leader

Life Care Centers of America; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an RN for the Special Care Unit. The role delivers quality nursing care, ensuring residents receive support for physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being in compliance with Life Care standards.

The ideal candidate holds a nursing diploma, an active RN license, and preferably one year of geriatric experience. Strong assessment, charting, and teamwork skills are essential in this post-acute care setting.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing).
• Currently licensed/registered as RN in applicable State in good standing.
• One year geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge in field of practice.
• Independent decision making when circumstances warrant.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care to patients on the special care unit.
• Evaluate patient needs through ongoing assessment and revise care plans.
• Provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Independent decision making

Interpersonal communication

Quality nursing care

Education

Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)

RN license in good standing

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an RN for the Special Care Unit. The role delivers quality nursing care, ensuring residents receive support for physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being in compliance with Life Care standards.

The ideal candidate holds a nursing diploma, an active RN license, and preferably one year of geriatric experience. Strong assessment, charting, and teamwork skills are essential in this post-acute care setting.