Are you looking for the right opportunity as a nurse to make a difference?  12 hours shifts available.

Medco Health and Rehab Center has a third shift opportunity for an experienced RN. 

TITLE:   RN / Registered Nurse / Nursing / Long Term Healthcare Nurse

Job Description

As a Registered Nurse ( RN), you are responsible for the direction of the nursing assistants and the nursing care of long-term residents. You will ensure the appropriate healthcare standards are executed and met. If you have the vision and desire to improve today’s ever-changing healthcare environment, continue your career with Extendicare!  

Job Responsibilities

·          Provide patient care through assessment implementations, and evaluation of healthcare plans

·          Administer medications and perform treatments as directed by physicians

·          Communicate with residents and family members while making daily rounds

·          Ensure proper documentation of resident records

·          Notify   appropriate parties of change in resident condition or status

·          Direct and monitor the work of employees to ensure appropriate resident care

·          Schedule and assign employees as needed

·          Ensure nursing department compliance with federal, state and local regulations

·          Complete required reports and documentation on the patient, facility and corporate levels

·          Responsible for recruitment, training, supervision and employee evaluations of nursing assistant staff

Job Requirements

In this role as a Registered Nurse ( RN), you must be a healthcare professional with a strong desire to work with long-term care residents. In addition to having strong nursing skills, you will need the following:

·          Registered Nurse license ( RN)

·          Ability to manage and supervise a nursing unit

·          1 year of supervisory experience is preferred

·          Strong patient-assessment skills

·          Ability to communicate confidently, clearly, concisely and professionally in English, both verbally and in writing

·          Comfortable rapport while interfacing with residents, families and other facility staff

·          Ability to provide constructive criticism to staff and to identify opportunities for   professional development

·          Strong organization skills

·          Long-term care experience is preferred

·          Meets all health requirements required by law

Benefits

In addition to providing our employees with the tools necessary for development and success, we offer an attractive compensation and industry-leading benefits package.  

·          401 ( k) and matching contributions

·          Medical, dental and vision insurance

·          STD/LTD and life insurance  

·          Paid time off – personal, sick, vacation and holiday

·          Employee-assistance program – employees and dependents

·          …..And more!

Why Extendicare?

Career Growth – Extendicare regularly promotes from within. Our employees regularly transfer facilities and grow into regional and corporate positions.    

Support and Resources – Assistance and support is always available from the regional and corporate level to ensure your success.  

Training – We invest in you! Training and continuing education are encouraged to promote skill development.

Great people are our greatest strength! APPLY now!