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Jobs › North Billerica, MA › Registered Nurse Senior Envirornme… Guardian Angel Senior Services Registered Nurse Senior Envirornment North Billerica, MA Apply Registered Nurse (RN) Senior Home Environment Essential Responsibilities

• Clinical Care
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and monitor residents health.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized care plans.
• Monitor vital signs, symptoms, medical conditions, and changes in residents\' health.
• Provide nursing treatments and procedures within the scope of the RN license.
• Administer medications safely and accurately according to physician orders and applicable regulations.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and potential adverse reactions.
• Assist with management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, dementia, and cardiovascular conditions.
• Recognize changes in condition and take appropriate action, including contacting physicians, emergency services, or family members when necessary.
• Provide appropriate assessment and follow-up after falls, injuries, illnesses, or other health-related incidents. Care Coordination
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, pharmacies, hospitals, home health agencies, and other healthcare providers.
• Coordinate medical appointments, follow-up care, laboratory testing, and referrals.
• Participate in hospital discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Communicate changes in residents\' conditions and care needs to caregivers and management.
• Serve as a clinical resource and provide guidance to direct-care staff. Medication Management
• Review medication orders and medication administration records for accuracy.
• Ensure medications are stored, administered, documented, and monitored appropriately.
• Coordinate prescription refills with pharmacies and healthcare providers.
• Monitor residents for medication interactions, side effects, and changes in response to treatment.
• Educate residents and caregivers regarding medications when appropriate. Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential nursing documentation.
• Document assessments, treatments, medication administration, incidents, and changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate medical records and care plans.
• Follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations and organizational policies.
• Participate in quality assurance and patient/resident safety initiatives.
• Maintain current nursing license, certifications, and required continuing education. Resident & Family Support
• Establish respectful and trusting relationships with residents and their families.
• Educate residents and families regarding health conditions, medications, treatments, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Support residents and families in making informed healthcare decisions.
• Promote dignity, independence, privacy, and quality of life.
• Provide compassionate support to residents and families during changes in health status and end-of-life care when applicable.
• Staff Supervision & Education
• Provide direction and clinical guidance to caregivers and other direct-care staff.
• Train staff on appropriate care procedures, infection prevention, emergency response, and resident safety.
• Monitor staff compliance with established care plans and nursing instructions.
• Identify additional training needs and communicate them to management. Qualifications
• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Previous experience working with older adults strongly preferred.
• Experience in home health, assisted living, long-term care, memory care, hospice, or geriatric nursing is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of medication administration, chronic disease management, infection prevention, and senior health.

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