Health Care Center Full-Time RN Overnight (12 hour shifts)

Posting Title: Health Care Center Full-Time RN Overnight (12 hour shifts)

Job Title: Registered Nurse Overnight

Hours: 6:00pm-6:30am

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Director of Nursing

Position Summary:

The Overnight Registered Nurse is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff and daily operations of a designated unit or department. This role involves coordinating resident care, managing nursing resources, and ensuring that clinical standards and procedures are followed. The Charge Nurse serves as a leader, mentor, and resource for the nursing team, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.

Environment Summary:

The Healthcare Center (Allen Wing) is a 50 bed skilled nursing facility. As the day shift charge nurse you will work closely with another nurse throughout your shift and share the nursing duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Supervise and lead nursing staff on assigned shifts, ensuring that resident care is delivered efficiently and effectively.
• Patient Care: Assist with direct patient care as needed, ensuring that nursing care meets the needs of residents and is in compliance with established protocols.
• Staff Coordination: Assign and delegate tasks to nursing staff based on resident needs, staff skill levels, and unit demands.
• Problem Solving: Address any issues or conflicts that arise during shifts, including staffing shortages, resident care concerns, and equipment problems.
• Communication: Serve as the main point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers during the shift.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to nursing staff, fostering professional development and a positive work environment.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor the quality of care provided by the nursing staff, ensuring that all care meets regulatory and organizational standards.
• Documentation: Ensure accurate and timely documentation of resident care activities in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies, including those related to resident safety, infection control, and HIPAA.
• Emergency Response: Lead the nursing team in responding to emergencies, including resident emergency, fire and weather emergencies, ensuring proper protocol is followed

Qualifications:

• Education: Completion of an accredited nursing program
• Licensure: Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Dakota.
• Experience: 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience, with leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle stressful situations and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and other relevant healthcare technology.

Working Conditions:

• Shift Work: Overnight shift, 6:00pm-6:30am, every third weekend & every third holiday rotation.
• Clinical Setting: Primarily works in a skilled nursing environment
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods. May require lifting, positioning, and transporting patients.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership: Ability to motivate and guide a team to deliver high-quality care.
• Clinical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of nursing procedures and best practices.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to quickly assess situations and make effective decisions.
• Teamwork: Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Salary Range:

• LPN: $21.61/hour-$35.01/hour
• RN: $28.32/hour-$45.88/hour

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Shift differentials for evening, overnights and weekends.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off for full time employees.
• Employee feedback program that prioritizes on the spot recognition.
• Annual comprehensive performance reviews with performance-based raise.
• Continuing Education Opportunities

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