RN – Long Term Care - RNLTC 0416 NS#08

Job Title: RN – Long Term Care

Location: Wrangell, Alaska
Job Type: Permanent
Schedule: Full-Time (Day/Night Shifts Available)

Position Summary

The RN – Long Term Care is responsible for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to residents across all age groups. This role includes clinical decision-making, care coordination, patient education, leadership responsibilities, and supervision of support staff within a long-term care setting.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide safe, therapeutic, and age-appropriate nursing care
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care plans
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
• Respond promptly to emergencies and changes in patient condition
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR)

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Coordinate resident care activities and treatment plans
• Communicate effectively with residents and their families

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise CNAs, LPNs, technicians, and support staff during assigned shifts
• Serve as charge nurse when required
• Delegate tasks and provide clinical guidance to team members
• Participate in staff training, education, and mentoring

Patient & Family Support

• Educate residents and families on conditions, treatments, and care plans
• Support psychosocial needs and coping strategies
• Participate in care conferences and discharge planning

Quality & Compliance

• Adhere to infection control and patient safety protocols
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and state regulations

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, BSN, or Diploma)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Active RN license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Clinical competency within 3 months of hire (renewed every 3 years)
• High-risk competency within 3 months of hire (renewed annually)

For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.