What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Geriatric Nurse Specialist position at Interim HealthCare Staffing?
About Us: At Interim HealthCare, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our senior residents. Our team of healthcare professionals is passionate about delivering high-quality services that cater to the unique needs of each individual.
Role Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Community Staffing team. The ideal candidate will have experience in geriatric nursing and a passion for providing holistic care to elderly individuals.
Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Comprehensive health assessments, medication management, and overall health status monitoring for residents in an assisted living/memory care facility.
- Supervision: Oversight of CNA's/PCA's on your shift, ensuring seamless care delivery.
- Health Education: Providing educational sessions to residents and their families on disease management, preventative care, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Effective communication with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure comprehensive care.
- Emergency Response: Prompt and efficient response to medical emergencies, following established protocols.
- Documentation: Accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting all assessments, interventions, and communications related to resident care.
Requirements:
- RN Degree: Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Current and valid RN license in the state of Minnesota.
- Geriatric Experience: Previous experience in geriatric nursing, with a strong understanding of the unique needs of elderly individuals.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with residents, families, and colleagues.
- Critical Thinking: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex care situations.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance: Access to competitive health insurance plans for full-time employees.
- Sick/Safe Time: Earned sick/safe time off for full-time employees.
- Net Payday: Convenient net pay available for full-time employees.
