Registered Nurse
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Job Location:
Gettysburg, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Job Title: Registered Nurse
- Location: Gettysburg PA.
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks with possible extension
- Shift: 7am to 3.30 pm
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. The nurse ensures high-quality patient-centered care while maintaining compliance with Genesis HealthCare policies state regulations and professional nursing standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to assigned residents in a skilled nursing/long-term care environment
- Perform patient assessments and monitor changes in condition
- Administer medications treatments and IV therapy (RN scope as applicable)
- Document nursing care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
- Collaborate with physicians nurse managers and interdisciplinary care teams
- Supervise and support CNAs and ancillary staff
- Respond promptly to patient needs emergencies and call lights
- Educate residents and families regarding care plans and medications
- Maintain infection control safety and regulatory compliance
- Uphold resident dignity confidentiality and quality-of-care standards
Patient Ratios (Typical)
- Day Shift: 1 nurse to approximately 15 25 residents
(Ratios may vary based on census and staffing needs)
Requirements
- Active RN license in the practicing state
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Minimum 1 year of skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
