Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Join Our Big-Hearted Team

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant, compassionate community? Join our exceptional team at La Loma Village in Litchfield Park, AZ , as a Part-Time Registered Nurse!

Your Mission: High moral integrity and nursing ethics. Knowledge of facility policies and procedures, State and Federal rules and regulations. Attendance at staff and in-service meetings. Is in harmony with the mission, goals, and objectives of the care center.

Schedule: AM

Why Choose Us?

• Great Place to Work : Sun Health has been certified as a Great Place to Work in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
• National Recognition : We secured a top 10 spot on the Fortune Best Workplaces for Aging Services™ list in 2020 and 2021.
• Platinum Award Winner : Our dedication to health and safety earned us Platinum awards from the Healthy Arizona Worksites Program in 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assigns and directs the work of Certified Nursing Assistants on their respective shifts and assists with the annual performance evaluation of nursing personnel.
• Has the responsibility and authority of discipline of Certified Nursing Assistants.
• In cases of severe disciplinary problems, may suspend or send home an employee if so indicated. Records and is responsible for carrying out physicians' orders in a timely manner.
• Responsible to organize evaluation of resident condition. Notifies physicians, Director of Nursing Services, and family member of any changes in condition.
• Coordinates residents care with Dietary and/or any diagnostic or therapeutic services.
• Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician; and evaluates the effectiveness of such. Aware of and watching for adverse reactions and give the proper follow-up.
• Maintains unit records in accordance with facility policy. This includes, but is not limited to, documentation in charts, maintenance of drugs (controlled and uncontrolled).
• In some instances will assist in orientation of new employees and be responsible for input in the evaluation of the new employee.
• In the event of resident discharge or transfer, make necessary arrangements and is responsible that appropriate paperwork is done.
• Charge Nurse becomes the Acting Administrator in the absence of the Administrator and the Director of Nursing Services.
• Updates and participates in Resident Care Plans.

Your Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Registered Nursing. (required)
• Currently licensed in the State of Arizona. (required)
• Possess current or has the ability to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Employee Benefits:

• 401k with immediate vesting and up to 4% employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Exclusive discounts through The Employee Network.
• Access to the Employee Association, supporting team members in need.

Shift Differential of $2.25 increase in hourly wage from M-F 6pm to 6am & Friday 6pm - Monday 6am**

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sun Health is fully committed to equal employment opportunities and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Join us and be a part of a community that cares for its residents and team members alike.

Apply today!