Area Nurse - Maine

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for proxy caregiver training; administering skills competency checklists to resident care aides upon hire; quarterly observations of medication aides to verify competency with medication administration; and annual competency reviews for resident care aides.

Responsibilities

Responsible for medication administration training for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.; Responsible for conducting proxy caregiver training upon hire and annually.; Provide quarterly observation and documentation of medication aides passing medications to verify competency.; Complete skills competency checklists for medication aides and resident care aides upon hire and annually.; Respond quickly to all emergencies.; Maintain close communication with Health and Wellness Directors.; Provide educational meetings for resident care staff as needed.; Provide staff in-service and education as needed.; Manage licensed and non-licensed care staff as needed.

Requirements

This position will be based out of Maine.; You have at least an Bachelor’s Degree in a nursing field.; 3+ years of nursing or direct resident care experience in a healthcare facility.; You have management experience.; You currently have an active nursing license.; You currently have a valid Driver’s license.; You are comfortable and content with consistently travelling for business purposes.; You professionally communicate and listen to residents, guests, and coworkers.; You are able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile residents.; You have great management skills and a willingness and desire to work harmoniously with all staff members.; You express compassion and patience through your work, even when your job is stressful at times.