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Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing

  • California, Joshua Tree

  • 11/07/2025

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary
    The Registered Nurse (RN) – Skilled Nursing Facility provides high-quality nursing care to residents in a post-acute or long-term care setting. This role is responsible for assessing residents’ health status, administering medications and treatments, and coordinating care to promote optimal recovery and well-being. The RN works closely with physicians, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, and families to ensure a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for each resident.
    • Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately and in accordance with facility policies.
    • Monitor residents for changes in condition and report findings to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
    • Supervise and guide licensed and unlicensed nursing staff to ensure high-quality care.
    • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in residents’ medical records.
    • Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
    • Ensure compliance with infection control standards, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
    • Communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support overall care goals.

    Required Qualifications
    • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
    • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
    • Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
    • Strong assessment, critical thinking, and leadership skills.

    Preferred Qualifications (if any)
    • Prior experience in rehabilitation or geriatric nursing.
    • Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to long-term care.
    • Experience with electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.

    Certifications (if any)
    1. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – required.
    2. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification – preferred.
    3. Gerontological Nursing Certification (RN-BC) – preferred.

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