Registered Nurse - Long Term Care (Night Shift)

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our long-term care team on the night shift. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to elderly residents in a skilled nursing facility, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being during overnight hours while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to long-term care residents including medication administration, wound care, catheter care, and monitoring of chronic conditions

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and document changes in resident conditions, reporting significant findings to physicians and day shift staff

• Respond to medical emergencies, falls, and acute changes in resident status with appropriate interventions

• Administer medications according to physician orders and facility protocols, including PRN medications and pain management

• Perform skilled nursing procedures such as tube feedings, tracheostomy care, and ventilator management as needed

• Maintain accurate electronic health records and complete required documentation per regulatory standards

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and social workers

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations including CMS guidelines and facility policies

• Provide emotional support and advocacy for residents and their families

• Participate in care plan meetings and quality assurance activities

• Mentor and provide guidance to nursing staff and new employees

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience (long-term care or geriatric experience preferred)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Computer proficiency with electronic health records

Preferred Qualifications

• Long-term care or skilled nursing facility experience

• Travel nursing experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during 12-hour shifts

• Lift up to 50 pounds with proper body mechanics

• Visual acuity to assess residents and read documentation

Why Choose Long-Term Care Nursing?

Join a rewarding field where you make a lasting impact on residents' quality of life, build meaningful relationships with patients and families, and work in a supportive environment that values your expertise. Our facility is committed to person-centered care and provides the resources and support needed for professional growth in geriatric nursing.