Job Description

Salary: $34.01 - $46.02 / Hour Overview:

At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect & Excellence are at the core of everything we do. We strive to not only be the partner of choice for our residents, their families and community players – but also for our valued employees.

At Elderwood at Amherst, we are committed to providing exceptional care and compassion to our residents. Our beautiful Amherst facility is designed to offer a supportive and collaborative environment where our healthcare professionals can thrive and make a meaningful impact. We are now accepting applications for a select number of per diem opportunities. 

Why Join Us at Elderwood?

• Competitive Salary: We offer competitive pay rates commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as retirement plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options including day, evening, and night shifts.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuing education, certification programs, and career advancement.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a dedicated team in a positive and respectful atmosphere

Additional Elderwood Benefits for RNs: 

• EARN 16% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program (higher base pay)
• Shift Differentials for evenings, nights & weekends
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
• Employee Referral Bonus - UP TO $2,000
• 401K with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Package 
• Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

RN - Registered Nurse Position Overview:

• Registered Nurse (RN) Team Leader team members assist in the ensuring the general health and well-being of our residents by providing direct nursing care.
• This position is responsible for the direct nursing care of residents which encompasses planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the care of residents to ensure that the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is maintained at all times.

Responsibilities:

(RN - Registered Nurse):

• Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
• Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
• Report to RN Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge RN Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
• Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
• Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
• Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
• Monitor resident care standards during performance of duties, and encourage that rights of residents and preferences in care and treatment are respected.

RN - Registered Nurse - Skills/Competencies:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong decision making ability
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong leadership abilities

Qualifications:

(RN - Registered Nurse):

• Credentials as a Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a current State license required.

• Registered Nurse (RN) Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

• Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.

• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.

• Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required. Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.

• Physical stamina for constant activity required.

• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.

• Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual is required. 

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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