RN Registered Nurse 7pm to 7am $42 to $44 hourly

Montevista Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Lawton, OK 73505, US

$42 - $44 / hour

RN - Registered Nurse (7pm to 7am) $42 to 44 hourly

Montevista Rehabilitation and Skilled Care

Lawton, OK

Montevista Rehabilitation and Skilled Care in Lawton, OK is looking for Registered Nurses (RN). A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in long-term and rehabilitative care! If you are a Registered Nurse (RN) with skilled nursing experience, we have the opportunity for you.

As one of our Registered Nurses (RN) at Montevista Rehabilitation and Skilled Care in Lawton, OK, you will participate in and direct the delivery of patient care in accordance with facility clinical systems, regulatory requirements, and physician orders. You will be responsible for ensuring that the highest quality services are delivered in a customer-service-friendly environment. You will play a key role in creating a positive resident experience by providing quality compassionate healthcare. Don’t miss out on this exciting nursing opportunity. Apply today!

We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more.

At Montevista Rehabilitation and Skilled Care in Lawton, OK, you will be a part of a well-respected facility that is making an impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and the community in which we serve. We look forward to you joining our team!

RN Responsibilities:

Maintains appropriate nursing service objectives, goals, and standards of nursing practices consistent with licensure requirements and the Nurse Practice Act.
Evaluates staffing pattern needed to meet the needs of the residents in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.
Administers medication/treatments as prescribed.
Receive, transcribe, and implement physician’s orders.
Implements and evaluates care plans.
Identifies/secures equipment supplies
Directs/oversees subordinates.
Participates in duty assignments.
Organizes/coordinates subordinates, job tasks, and time allotments.
Oversees/monitors function and activities of subordinate staff.
Evaluate staff performance and institutes appropriate action discipline/training.
Monitor’s infection control compliance.
Investigates/documents accidents/incidents.
Other duties as assigned.

RN Requirements:

Current, valid licensure as a RN required
Experience in long-term healthcare preferred
Management/Supervisory experience required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed
Strong written and verbal skills required

Working Hours:

7:00am-7:00pm

Benefits:

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance
401k Retirement Savings
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
Paid Time Off with Cash-Out and Donation Options
Paid Holidays
Pay on Demand - Payday Advance
Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts
Additional employee perks

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On an annual basis, uses a customer feedback questionnaire to help identify opportunities for improvement. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of Texas Nurse Practice Act, and the role of peer review in the provision of professional nursing Knowledge of management theory, organizational planning, plan deployment, and improving organizational performance Knowledge of the Recovery Model of Care Knowledge of training principles, practices, and techniques Knowledge of group process, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations Knowledge of nursing competencies, standards and psychiatric rehabilitation practices and techniques Knowledge of professional nursing Standards, CPR, Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS), Treatment, Intervention, and Protection Strategies (TIPS), and Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) Curricula Skills in the care and treatment of patients Strong interpersonal skills which promote teamwork Skills in utilizing computer hardware/software. Skills in administering restraint and seclusion. Strong coaching skills Ability to organize, coordinate, and evaluate nursing activities. Ability to instruct, train, and supervise the work of others. Ability to develop a budget. Ability to provide patient care. Ability to prepare and maintain records. Ability to organize and communicate information both orally and in writing. Ability to interpret and explain standards and regulations. Ability to instruct, train, oversee and provide guidance to others. Ability to create and evaluate training objectives, requirements, and effectiveness of delivery. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to formulate learning objectives. Ability to manage time effectively. Ability to intervene therapeutically with patients experiencing psychiatric disorders (delusions, hallucinations, suicidal/homicidal ideation) Ability to perform TIPS, CPR, the Heimlich Maneuver, use the AED, provide First Aid Ability to provide patient/family education regarding medications, disease processes, and health. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Texas, or in a party state, that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact. Initial Screening Criteria: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in nursing or from an accredited nursing program and at least one (1) year of work experience as an RN in a recognized health agency, hospital, or health care facility. OR Three (3) years of work experience as a RN in a recognized health agency, hospital, or health care facility. Additional Information: Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC . Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans : Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions . ADA Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility: Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form Telework Disclaimer: This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.