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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Geriatric Registered Nurse
Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Geriatric Registered Nurse to join our healthcare team. As a Geriatric Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for providing specialized nursing care to elderly patients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and overall well-being. You will assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care. Your role will involve monitoring patients for changes in health status, providing education on disease management and healthy aging, and supporting patients and their families through the challenges of aging. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate medical records, adhering to best practices in geriatric nursing, and advocating for the unique needs of older adults. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and social aspects of aging. Experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or home health settings is highly valued. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of elderly patients and thrive in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assess and monitor the health status of elderly patients
- Develop and implement individualized care plans
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals
- Educate patients and families about disease management and healthy aging
- Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records
- Respond to changes in patient condition and provide appropriate interventions
- Support patients and families through end-of-life care when needed
- Promote patient safety and prevent falls or injuries
- Advocate for the unique needs of geriatric patients
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
- Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent
- Experience in geriatric or elderly care preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach
- Knowledge of age-related health conditions and treatments
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Familiarity with electronic health records
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with elderly patients?
- How do you handle challenging behaviors in geriatric patients?
- Describe a time you advocated for a patient’s needs.
- How do you ensure patient safety in a long-term care setting?
- What strategies do you use for effective communication with families?
- How do you stay updated on best practices in geriatric nursing?
- Are you comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team?
- How do you manage stress in a demanding healthcare environment?
- What is your approach to end-of-life care?
- How do you handle medication management for multiple patients?
- Describe your experience with electronic health records.
- Why are you passionate about geriatric nursing?
