WellStar Kennestone Hospital

RN - LTC

Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid RN license for the state of Vermont
  • Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in long-term care or similar settings
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team
  • Effective communication skills with residents and families
  • Knowledge of EHR systems and documentation standards
  • Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' health statuses
  • Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
  • Monitor residents for medication side effects and health changes
  • Provide wound care and manage chronic conditions
  • Educate residents and families on health conditions and self-care
  • Maintain accurate documentation of nursing assessments and interventions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options
  • Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Traveling nursing opportunities with diverse patient populations
Full Job Description
Details

Client Name
Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
RN
Specialty
LTC
Job ID
33258378
Job Title
RN - LTC
Weekly Pay
$2406.0

Shift Details

Shift
8 hour days
Scheduled Hours
40

Job Order Details

Start Date
08/18/2025
End Date
12/07/2025
Duration
16 Week(s)

Job Description
As a Long Term Care Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide specialized nursing care to residents in long-term care settings, focusing on managing chronic conditions, promoting quality of life, and ensuring the overall well-being of elderly or chronically ill patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Care Planning:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' health status, including physical examinations, medication histories, and psychosocial needs.
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, addressing residents' medical, social, and emotional needs.
Medication Administration and Management:

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to medication schedules and dosage instructions.
Monitor residents for medication side effects, therapeutic responses, and changes in health status, reporting findings to healthcare providers.
Wound Care and Chronic Disease Management:

Provide wound care, including assessment, cleaning, dressing changes, and monitoring wound healing progress.
Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory diseases through ongoing assessment, education, and coordination of care.
Patient and Family Education:

Educate residents and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques to promote independence and improve outcomes.
Provide guidance on nutrition, exercise, medication management, and lifestyle modifications tailored to residents' needs.
Psychosocial Support and Advocacy:

Offer emotional support and advocacy for residents, addressing their psychosocial needs and facilitating access to supportive services and resources.
Promote a positive living environment that respects residents' dignity, autonomy, and rights.
Documentation and Communication:

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of nursing assessments, interventions, and resident progress in electronic health records (EHRs).
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and caregivers, to coordinate care plans and ensure continuity of care.
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:

Participate in quality assurance programs, audits, and regulatory compliance activities to uphold standards of care and ensure adherence to state and federal regulations.
Implement infection control measures and safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
Care Coordination and Transitional Care:

Coordinate care transitions for residents moving between acute care hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and long-term care settings.
Collaborate with discharge planners and community resources to facilitate seamless transitions and optimize continuity of care.

Client Details

Address
30 Porter Drive
City
Middlebury
State
VT
Zip Code
05753

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About WellStar Kennestone Hospital

WellStar Kennestone Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital located in Marietta, Georgia. It is the largest hospital in the WellStar Health System and has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer care, heart care, and women's services. It is also a teaching hospital, with residency programs in internal medicine, family medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology. WellStar Kennestone Hospital is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and the community it serves.
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