The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a key role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our residents through on-site clinical support, staff collaboration, and adherence to regulatory standards. The RN provides assessment, care coordination, staff training, and ongoing oversight of resident care needs. This role requires professionalism, compassion, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and team members.
Completes initial assessments of potential residents to ensure needs can be met
Completes resident assessment within two weeks of admission
Ensures residents maintain admission criteria; reassesses and recommends alternative placement if needed
Collaborates in creating service agreements for new residents; reviews and updates plans as needed and at least annually
Ensures service agreements are current and compliant with state regulations
Monitors and maintains resident charts and clinical progress notes
Communicates resident condition changes to physicians and appropriate personnel (including county caseworkers)
Facilitates coordination of services with external providers
Oversees medications and renewals; follows up with providers as needed
Ensures physician orders are signed and implemented within 24 hours
Ensures medication administration procedures are followed and addresses corrections or errors with staff
Ensures new medication sheets are prepared monthly
Reviews resident medication records monthly for accuracy and signatures
Documents medication disposal per procedure
Conducts supervisory visits 14 days after admission and at least every 90 days thereafter
Collaborates as an active member of the resident care team
Provides health training and ongoing education to staff; documents training per regulations
Oversees medication practices and medical equipment use
Ensures staff understand and follow resident care procedures
Monitors accuracy of vitals and monthly health indicators as requested
Shares resident and family concerns with appropriate team members
Assists in development and implementation of policies and procedures
Attends staff meetings and participates in team communication
Supports emergency preparedness procedures
Adapts to changes within the assisted living industry
Promotes a positive, team-focused work environment
Works flexible hours as needed and participates in clinical on-call support
Supports compliance with regulatory standards and survey readiness
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Wisconsin (required)
Minimum one year experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care preferred
Strong organization, follow-through, and independent work skills
Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care
Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience using a computerized resident record system preferred
Experience working with seniors
If you're a compassionate nursing professional who enjoys supporting seniors in a collaborative and mission-driven environment - we'd love to hear from you. Come join our team at Caretta Senior Living Eau Claire.