Job Description

Alaris Health at Kearny a 120 bed-skilled nursing Center in Kearny, New Jersey, seeks a registered nurse (RN) to help oversee nursing personnel, tend to the unit’s daily operations and fulfill other responsibilities, including but not limited to:.

·            effectively communicating with everyone from residents to government personnel and the general public

·            providing the highest quality of care possible to each of our residents, paying meticulous attention to care plans, courses of action, residents’ records and documents

·            maintaining composure in emergency situations and complying with all Center guidelines and regulations

·         ensuring that each resident’s attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in his/her health condition

·         and above all, ensuring that each resident receives the highest quality of service, compassion and care

·            Full command of the English language, including understanding technical concepts

·            Current registered nurse license from an approved New Jersey school of nursing (recent experience in geriatric or rehabilitative nursing and experience in supervisory capacity is preferred)

·            Current physical assessment skills, comprehensive knowledge of state nursing principles

·            Thorough knowledge of nursing techniques and practices

·            Ability to handle/manipulate instruments and equipment and supervise nursing functions

·            Possess empathetic attitude towards residents and be able to gain their confidence

·            Ability to recognize and identify symptoms and make decisions quickly in emergencies