Registered Nurse, (RN) Geriatric

Registered Nurse (RN) – Skilled Nursing

Schedule: Full time -Varied 3 (12's)

Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus Commitment Two Years

Location: Person Memorial Hospital – Roxboro, NC

Your experience matters

At Person Memorial Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee but as a person. RN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission of making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

This unit has 60 beds, with an average occupancy of 50 to 53 residents. We care for patients with diagnoses such as Dementia, Alzheimer's, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and those in need of short-term rehabilitation. In addition, there are 26 private rooms. Our primary focus is on the senior population and conveniently located within Person Memorial Hospital (PMH). Nurses will collaborate closely with the laboratory, rehabilitation, hospice, and psychiatric teams.

Connect with Our RN Recruiting Specialist

Text Angie AbouZied at 615-552-0579 or email: angie.abouzied@lifepointhealth.net

Summary

Provides direct and indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Meets the physical, psychosocial, religious/cultural and needs of the patient and family. Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team as appropriate about changes in the patient’s condition or response to treatment.

Reports to : Unit Director

How you'll   contribute

• Provides patient/family education utilizing the teach back method, evaluates and recommends additional education as indicated by evaluation of patient/family learning and documents.
• Plan for 24hr care by assessing, monitoring, and documenting level of functioning, health status. mental status, medical history, medication compliance and treatment needs.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of the patients and their families.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with all members of the health care team.
• Notifies physicians in a timely manner of changes in the patient’s condition and response to treatment.
• Delivers patient care activities according to standards of Care and Practice.
• Administration of medications and treatments, i.e., initiation and maintenance of IV meds, blood and blood products,
• Checks emergency equipment/drugs for proper operation and availability every shift.
• Maintains a safe patient and working environment by adhering to infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Receives physician orders, documents, follows up and evaluates patients’ outcomes. Assures that orders are carried out properly per policy.
• Assist physician with bedside procedures.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.

Non-Essential Functions

• Assist with AM care and bed bath.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services, projects and committees as assigned.
• Requesting and putting supplies away
• Key in work orders
• Order daily dietary supplies
• Receptionist duties
• Work scheduled shifts and overtime as necessary

What We Offer

At Person Memorial Hospital , we believe that exceptional care starts with supporting and rewarding those who provide it. In addition to competitive base compensation, this full-time RN position includes access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• PTO Cash-Out Options
• PTO Donation Program - support for colleagues facing critical needs
• Employee Assistance Program - resources for mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Robust Employee Recognition Programs
• FREE Parking ...and more-because your experience matters to us.

What   we're   looking for

• Current RN license in the state of North Carolina (or compact license)
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) from an accredited nursing program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
• One year of experience is preferred (new grads encouraged to apply)
• Active North Carolina RN license (single state) or compact required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins

About Our Health System

Person Memorial Hospital is a 68-bed facility located in Roxboro, North Carolina, proudly serving our community with high-quality healthcare services. We are part of Lifepoint Health, a leading, diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities across the country. Whether you're beginning your career or advancing to the next level, your journey matters-and we're here to support it.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Person Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals and strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment in any form as protected by applicable law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.