Overview: Position: RN – Registered NurseLocation: St. Joseph Village of Chicago, a part of Franciscan Ministries 4021 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60641Shift Options: Part Time Mornings 7am-3pm/ Part Time Overnight 11pm-7:30am / Part Time Evenings 3pm-11pmSalary Range:RN: $38 - $44 per hourAbout St. Joseph Village of ChicagoSt. Joseph Village of Chicago is a vibrant continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in Chicago, Illinois. As part of Franciscan Ministries, we provide a variety of senior lifestyle options including independent living, assisted living, memory support assisted living, sheltered care, and skilled nursing/long-term care. Our onsite rehabilitation clinic offers both inpatient and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapies, alongside state-of-the-art programs designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents and patients.About Franciscan MinistriesAt Franciscan Ministries, we believe in our associates and are committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for your career growth. We offer competitive compensation, tuition reimbursement, and various training, continuing education, and wellness programs.Position SummaryIn this role, you will be responsible for providing direct nursing care to the residents and supervising the day-to-day nursing activities performed by certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations as well as established facility policies and procedures.Essential Functions, Key Duties, & ResponsibilitiesDirect the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants and resident care associates in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and established company policies and procedures.Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for the residents.Ensure that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.Participate in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.Assess for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly.Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carry out orders as written.Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated.Perform wound treatments per physicians’ orders, observe for changes and documents accordingly as indicated.Schedule follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.Provide nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures.Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties. Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met. Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the community’s leadership team.Ensure that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notify appropriate personnel of needs.Initiate, review and update care plans as required.Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.May participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.Ensure that infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice as noted. Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Perform other duties as assigned.Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.Position RequirementsEducation: A nursing degree from an accredited college or universityLicenses/Certifications: Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing stateExperience: 1+ years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in geriatricsSkills& Abilities: Ability to demonstrate compassion when working with residents.Mission and Values•Supports, upholds, maintains, and promotes the Mission and Philosophy of Franciscan Ministries.•Respects and safeguards the confidentiality of information regarding residents/clients,co-workers and the company.•Projects a professional and caring demeanor in all work interactions.•Takes responsibility for the proper use and care of equipment and the work environment.•Demonstrates an attitude of teamwork and consistently demonstrates respect for self and for others in manner.•Welcomes suggestions and new ideas as an opportunity to learn, grow and improve.General Job Requirements•Sufficient ability to comprehend, communicate, and write in the English language to fulfill the duties of the position.•Maintain mental alertness, attention, and concentration for necessary periods.•Apply common sense understanding and carry out instructions (written, oral, or diagrammatic).•Adapt to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances, or standards.•Regularly required to sit and talk or listen.•Able to stand, stoop, and bend frequently, lift up to 40 pounds, and push up to 40 pounds.•Have the ability to talk, hear, sit, use hands and fingers, handle/feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.•Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust the eyes' focus.The physical demands described must be met by every associate. Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.#LivingJoyfully Min: USD $38.00/Hr. Max: USD $44.00/Hr.