Life Care Centers of America

RN Registered Nurse

Life Care Centers of America$81K — $91K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
  • Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the applicable State
  • One year of skilled nursing experience preferred
  • CPR certification required upon hire, must remain current
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities

  • Deliver quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact
  • Evaluate patient needs and adjust care plans as necessary
  • Provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs
  • Implement department programs, policies, and procedures
  • Exhibit exceptional customer service and maintain a positive attitude

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and accruable sick leave starting on day one
  • Life insurance, short and long-term disability
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts
Full Job Description
Job Type: Full-time, PRN

Wage Range: $39 - $44 DOE

Schedules Available: Day

New Grads Welcome

Shift Differential: NOC/Weekends $3

Benefits(full-time):
  • Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
  • Life insurance, short/long term disability
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts


Setting & Population Served

Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:
  • Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
  • Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
  • Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
  • A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

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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