Life Care Centers of America

RN Registered Nurse

Life Care Centers of America$83K — $97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
  • Currently licensed/registered in applicable State as a Registered Nurse (RN)
  • One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation, must remain current during employment

Responsibilities

  • Deliver quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact
  • Evaluate patient needs through ongoing assessment and revise care plans accordingly
  • Provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs on a daily basis
  • Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients
  • Utilize reasoning skills and good judgment in patient care decision-making
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Benefits

  • Shift differentials ranging from $2-$6 per hour based on schedule
  • Opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary team environment
  • Focus on patient-centered care and psychosocial well-being
  • Potential for professional development through ongoing education requirements
Full Job Description
$40 - $47 / hr base wages depending on experience

+$2-$6 / hr shift differentials

As an important member of our interdisciplinary team, the RN delivers quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact and provides care and services to allow patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Your role includes evaluating patient needs through ongoing assessment and revise care plans based on changes in the patient's condition. On a daily basis you must be able to provide clinical supervision to C N As and LPNs.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

  • Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
  • Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
  • One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
  • CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment

Specific Job Requirements

  • Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
  • Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
  • Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

About Life Care Centers of America

Life Care Centers of America is a privately held company that operates nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities in the United States. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee. Life Care Centers of America provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, Alzheimer's and dementia care, and hospice care. The company operates more than 200 facilities in 28 states.
Learn more about Life Care Centers of America
Size
40,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1976

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