Registered Nurse, RN, Designee

apartment Benchmark Senior Living location_onNewtown, CT 06470, US

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling.

Benchmark Senior Livingis seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Supervisor. As a Nursing Supervisor you will manage the successful operation of the Resident Care Department, under the leadership of the Resident Care Director within our senior living community. Responsibility includes direct oversight, coaching, and direct supervision of all resident care service providers in the community. Provide on-floor nursing support to our residents and interact with family members. Incumbent will also conduct external and internal assessments and be available to take on call as needed.

Responsibilities

Communicating with families and friends of residents
Assuring compliance with all resident care related regulations (e.g., medication management)
Documenting and providing accurate record-keeping, as appropriate
Demonstrating personal/resident safety methods and procedures

Requirements

Being a Registered Nurse, per state regulations; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is a plus
Required is a minimum of 1 year Assisted Living/Home Care or Hospice experience as a RN and 2 years' experience in a care setting as a RN
Certified in Gerontology through the American Nurses Credentialing Association a plus
Knowledge of Dementia care a plus
Ability to lift 50 pounds individually
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to be on call as identified by the community

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
Discounted Meal Program
Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
Associate Referral Bonus Program
Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off

*Eligibility may vary by employment status

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