Geriatric Nurse RN – Chicago

Company Name:

Lakeview Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre

Position Type:

Full-time

Desired Experience:

1 - 10

Staff Nurse - RN - Geriatric:
Evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for geriatric patient population. Assists physician during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patient and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills. Requires an associate's degree or higher and is certified as a registered nurse. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.