Treatment Nurse - RN

Diversicare of Batesville; Batesville (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Excellent 401k plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time

Long and Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Employee hardship fund

Pay advancement program

Job summary

Diversicare of Batesville seeks a qualified Registered Nurse (R.N.) or Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) to administer medications and treatments to residents. The role includes observing reactions and ensuring proper documentation of care.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills as well as a valid nursing license. Full-time employees enjoy benefits including medical, dental, and a solid 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Current license by the State Board of Nursing as an R.N. or L.P.N.
• Ability to lead and motivate subordinates.
• Capability to adapt to frequent changes in work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications, orally and by injections.
• Provides treatments to residents per physician orders.
• Observes and reports residents' reactions to medications.

Skills

Leadership Ability

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Current R.N. or L.P.N. License

Job description

Overview

At Diversicare, we provide post‑acute care services to patients and residents at 61 skilled nursing and long‑term care centers across eight states.

Full‑time employees receive the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Excellent 401k plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• DiversICARE - employee hardship fund
• Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications, orally and by injections.
• Provides treatments to residents per physician orders.
• Observes residents reactions to medications and treatments.
• Ensures proper handling and storage of medications and controlled substances.
• Observes, records and reports all services provided.
• Change in resident’s condition will be reported to supervisor and attending physician.
• Signs off that medication and treatments were given/provided, as required by policy.
• Maintains resident’s medical record by way of documentation, as required by policy.
• Provides education to residents and families regarding care.
• Assists in planning, supervising and instructing C.N.T.’s; assigns daily work assignments to ensure positive outcomes for residents.
• Implements and maintains policies and procedures.
• Ensures that safe work practices are utilized.
• Ensures proper infection control techniques are utilized.

Qualifications

• Has a current license by the State Board of Nursing, as an R.N. or L.P.N.
• Must have the ability to lead and motivate subordinates.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis.
• Able to work intimately with residents, physicians, and staff.
• Capable of working to prescribe nursing standards.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; has an interest to perform as a service.

(EOE)