RN- Baylor

As a Best of Hartford organization, a career at Duncaster in more than just a place to work. Here, you can fulfill your passion for helping others and become part of something meaningful that pays you back in inspiring, heartfelt ways you may have never experienced. Duncaster offers residents a plan for life with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing services all on a beautiful campus-like setting. Our residents share a bond of mutual respect with our staff that builds memorable and lasting relationships.

Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing quality nursing care to residents of the assigned neighborhood. The RN functions as a professional caregiver who is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of resident care, including physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs. In addition to providing direct resident care, the RN is responsible for coordinating nursing staff and resident care activities and assuming designated supervisory responsibilities as needed to support the effective operation of the nursing department. All Registered Nurses are expected to demonstrate leadership, sound clinical judgment, effective communication, and knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Essential Functions

• Administers medications accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documents resident care in accordance with nursing practice standards and Duncaster policies and procedures.
• Provides treatments to residents in a timely manner according to physician orders and Duncaster policies and procedures.
• Provides physical comfort and maintains a safe environment for residents.
• Initiates, implements, and evaluates care plans/MDS on an ongoing basis.
• Accurately carries out physician/provider orders and completes admission and discharge procedures.
• Coordinates nursing staff and resident care activities appropriately to ensure resident needs are met.
• Assumes designated supervisory responsibilities as needed, providing direction, coordination, and oversight of nursing staff to support continuity and quality of resident care.
• Serves as a point of communication between residents, nursing staff, physicians, and other members of the care team.
• Communicates effectively with residents and their family members, providing emotional support and compassionate care, particularly during times of distress.
• Utilizes the electronic medical records system accurately and effectively.
• Ensures their professional nursing license remains current and in good standing.
• Follows all policies and procedures, completes annual mandatory in-services, attends required meetings, and consistently meets all other conditions of employment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse license to practice in the State of Connecticut required.
• Minimum of two years of full-time clinical nursing experience required.
• Geriatric nursing experience required.
• Two years of supervisory experience required.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with PCC or other electronic medical records systems preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of geriatric nursing care, nursing principles, and physical assessment skills.
• General knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Basic knowledge of human relations skills necessary to deal effectively with geriatric residents, their families, and CHHC staff.

Hours 2nd shift, Baylor: Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm Pay $54.38 per hour + shift differential and additional $5.00 per hour for supervising (Weekday evenings: additional $2.00 per hour, Weekend evenings: additional $3.00 per hour) What are the benefits? Working in a Life Plan community will bring out the best in you. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue a truly rewarding career path, with multiple exciting benefits, including the following:

• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available the 1st of the month after hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 10% tuition discount on all degree and certificate programs at Charter Oak
• Free Access to our Aquatic & Fitness Center & to our beautiful walking trails throughout our campus
• Discount employee lunches
• Duncaster Spotlight Employee Recognition Program
• Referral bonuses
• Free parking
• Shoes for Crews - discounted safety shoes for all staff
• Yearly performance increases plus additional bonus opportunities
• Employee Appreciation Events held throughout the year by our own “Funcaster” Committee