Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Long Term Care position in a post-acute setting with every other weekend and holiday requirements.

Details

• Work in a nursing home attached to a hospital within a Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing Facility (LTC/SNF)
• 70-bed facility with a majority of private rooms
• Primary patient population includes dementia, frail, elderly, and rehabilitation cases
• Typical RN ratio is 1:20 with LPNs and CNAs also staffed on unit
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and holiday required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to other units may be required
• Block scheduling utilized
• Uses ECS charting system
• Unit employs an interdisciplinary team including therapy, social workers, and dietary support

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required by start date
• Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience with elderly patient population required
• Must have clinical skills in charting, assessments, medication administration, IVs, catheters, and ostomy care
• Two professional references are required, with at least one from a supervisor and one from a peer or supervisor in the specialty
• Candidates living within 80 miles of the facility are considered local

Additional Information

• Role includes charge duties and collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Pharmacy and respiratory therapy are on-site 24/7
• Must adhere to any solid color, clean professional dress code
• Orientation hours and content may vary depending on clinical skills
• Must be available for at least half of holidays during the assignment
• Former employees must have an end date at least 6 months before consideration and require hospital approval
• All clinicians must clock in and out at the facility