Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Lifespace Communities
Abilene, TX
$34-47/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse
Community:
Wesley CourtAddress:
2617 Antilley RoadAbilene, Texas 79606Pay Range
$34.37-$47.29+ HourlyLive your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.
At Lifespace, team members are central to delivering a purpose-driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, develop in their career, make a difference, and be a part of a meaningful mission. Join our outstanding Clinical team as our new Registered Nurse today!
A few details about the role:
- Direct nursing services to all residents in assigned neighborhoods or programs.
- Provides hands-on/ on-the-job training to newly hired team members. Provides skill set retraining as assigned.
- Oversee physician orders, verify all orders received are transcribed accurately onto the electronic record system and treatment plan, administer medications, and provide treatments according to orders.
- Supervise and provide leadership and discipline to clinical and non-clinical team members.
- Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident’s care.
- Document the resident’s condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents on time.
- Execute treatments as necessary while document status and observes reactions to medications and treatments.
- Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers to deliver quality customer service.
- Plan resident admission as ordered by physician, perform assessment, verify orders with physician, and notify pharmacy, laboratory, and other departments, as necessary.
- Introduce an accurate and thorough report to the on-coming shift to ensure the continuity of maximum resident care.
And here’s what you need to apply:
- Certifications and Registered Nurse licenses, and other licensure required by state regulations.
- One year of nursing experience in a long-term facility is preferred.
Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and support from your Lifespace family, get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities, headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,100 team members and serves over 5,400 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!
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About Abilene, TX
- The cost of living in Abilene is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Abilene experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 33°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Abilene, providing convenience for travel nurses.
- Abilene is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Abilene has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and healthcare opportunities.
- Abilene offers a variety of activities including dining at Tex-Mex and Texas-style BBQ restaurants, exploring historical sites like Frontier Texas and Buffalo Gap Historic Village, visiting the Abilene Zoo, playing golf at outstanding courses, and enjoying the outdoors at places like Fort Phantom Hill.
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