RN Treatment Nurse – Lead Med Admin & Resident Care

Diversicare; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Referral bonuses

Employee hardship fund

Pay advancement (OnShift Wallet)

Job summary

Diversicare is seeking a qualified nurse (RN or LPN) to administer medications, provide treatments, and monitor residents per physician orders. The role involves documentation, education for residents and families, and guiding CNAs to ensure quality outcomes.

The position requires strong communication, leadership, and adherence to nursing standards in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Has a current license by the State Board of Nursing (RN or LPN).
• Ability to lead and motivate subordinates.
• Ability to handle diverse duties with daily schedule changes.
• Able to work closely with residents, physicians, and staff.
• Capable of applying nursing standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications orally and by injections.
• Provides treatments per physician orders.
• Observes residents reactions to medications and treatments.
• Ensures proper handling and storage of meds and controlled substances.
• Documents and reports all services provided.
• Reports changes in resident condition to supervisor and physician.
• Signs off medication and treatment administration as required.
• Maintains resident medical records and documentation.
• Educates residents and families about care.
• Assists in planning, supervising and instructing CNAs; assigns daily tasks.
• Implements and maintains policies and procedures.
• Ensures safe work practices and infection control.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Resident care

Education

LPN/RN license

Job description

Diversicare is seeking a qualified nurse (RN or LPN) to administer medications, provide treatments, and monitor residents per physician orders. The role involves documentation, education for residents and families, and guiding CNAs to ensure quality outcomes.

The position requires strong communication, leadership, and adherence to nursing standards in a collaborative team environment.