About this role
Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
Pay: $41–$44/hr, plus shift differential and on-call pay when applicable
Shift Opening: 3–11 PM within Skilled Nursing (Weekdays); A 32‑hour position with every other Monday and Friday off - giving you a 4‑day weekend every other week!
Location: Essex, CT
Who We Are:
Walk through our doors and experience the future of senior living and care. Nestled beside a stunning 1,000-acre natural preserve and just minutes from the shoreline, Essex Meadows is a leader in comprehensive senior living in Connecticut. Here, you’ll be part of a vibrant, mission-driven team that values your growth and well-being as much as the residents we serve. Don’t just do a job—be part of an extraordinary life!
What We Offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
- Life insurance*
- AD&D insurance*
- Long-term disability insurance*
- 401(k) with company match*
- Resident sponsored educational scholarships
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Free electric vehicle charging stations
- Daily Pay – Work today, get paid today
- An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun!
*Benefits available to part-time and per diem employees depending on number of hours worked.
Primary Responsibilities:
• 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 ensure proper care is rendered in a safe and clean environment.
• Keeps physicians and families aware of changes in residents' condition.
• Assists in developing comprehensive care plans.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all care rendered.
• Responds to resident emergency call system.
• Encourages restorative care in order to obtain maximum resident independence.
• Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
• Assures proper functioning of equipment and adequate supplies.
• Shares on-call duties with designated staff.
Qualifications:
• Valid state, multi-state or compact RN license in good standing. Must have current CPR certification.
• Previous experience in nursing, patient care, or other related fields, at least 6 months of nursing experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.
• Compassionate and caring demeanor.
All new hires must be able to pass our preemployment screening process, which includes a fitness for duty physical, criminal background check, drug test and employment references as required by a licensed residential care facility. Some of the roles in our community also require that we ask about your vaccination status.
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Other facts
About Life Care Services
The Cypress is Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, sitting on 65 sun-kissed acres in the heart of beautiful South Park. Throughout The Cypress’ history, our goal has always been to give our residents the best of everything. That includes an inspired lifestyle filled with activities and amenities, a variety of wellness opportunities, world-class healthcare, and financial stability from owning a home.
As a Life Plan Community, The Cypress is uniquely equipped to meet the different health care needs of its residents, from the most independent and able to those requiring more advanced levels of care. Every detail surrounding our healthcare model has been carefully considered to best ensure that residents can continue to experience the rich, full lives they deserve, even as their medical needs change. Located on campus, The Stewart Health Center is a Medicare-certified facility offering assisted living options, 24-hour skilled nursing care and dementia care for rehabilitative and long-term care programs, short-term recuperation and respite services for all Cypress residents.
When you work at The Cypress, you can see the difference your efforts make. Help or interact with a member once, and you’ve literally made a friend forever. If you’re interested in doing important work in a supportive, employee-friendly environment, please explore our current job opportunities: www.thecypressofcharlotte.com/careers/
What you'll do
- The Registered Nurse supervises direct care of residents and nursing personnel, administers medications, and ensures proper care is rendered. They also maintain documentation and respond to emergency calls.
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