Night Shift Nurse

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with individualized resident care plans.


• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately, and support pain management.


• Monitor resident health, including vital signs, skin integrity, and wound care.


• Observe and document changes in residents’ conditions, and promptly communicate concerns.


• Carry out physician orders accurately and within required timeframes.


• Maintain complete and accurate electronic health records and clinical documentation.


• Follow infection control practices and applicable state and federal healthcare regulations.


• Respond to urgent and emergent care situations using sound clinical judgment.


• Communicate professionally with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams.


• Support and delegate to CNA and clinical support staff while promoting teamwork and accountability.


• Provide shift reports that support continuity of care and assist with unit coverage as needed.


• Float between units based on resident care and operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.


• Graduation from an accredited nursing program and current, active Michigan Board of Nursing licensure as an RN or LPN.


• Previous nursing experience preferred, particularly in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, or senior care.


• Experience working with older adults preferred.


• Maintain active licensure and required continuing education, and participate in ongoing professional development and in-service training.