• Supervises direct care of residents and nursing personnel on his/her shift.
• Administers direct care as necessary.
• Administer prescribed medications to patients
• Make rounds to assure proper care is rendered in a safe and clean environment.
• Keeps physicians and families aware of changes in resident's condition.
• Assists in developing comprehensive care plans.

• Maintains the self respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each resident.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all care rendered.
• Responds to resident emergency call system.
• Interfaces with other disciplines to assure continuity of care and services.
• Accompanies physicians when making rounds.
• Encourages restorative care in order to obtain maximum resident independence.
• Participates in family/resident counseling, as necessary.
• Assists with the orientation and evaluation of nursing personnel.
• Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
• Assures proper functioning of equipment and adequate supplies.
• Administers first aid/emergency care to employees when necessary and assesses whether to send the employee off site or by 911 for additional care.
• Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

• All nurses must be currently licensed in the State. Must have current CPR certification.
• Previous experience in nursing, patient care, or other related fields . At least 6 months nursing experience in long term care setting is preferred.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.
• Compassionate and caring demeanor.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Ability to work well in teams.

A leader specializing in senior living communities for over four decades, Life Care Services, An LCS Company, is renown for ensuring the satisfaction and well-being of residents. More than places to live, our communities, like Blakehurst, are carefully planned and created neighborhoods of convenience, companionship, celebration, service and security, where residents can enjoy their lives to their fullest. We are experts in virtually every aspect of the senior lifestyle. If you're looking for a career on a strong supportive team doing meaningful work with seniors and their loved ones, take a closer look. You'll join others who've quickly found that Blakehurst is the kind of place where people decide to build a career. Blakehurst offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits plan.