RN - Nursing Home Department

Job Description

Location: Hallock, MN

Status: Non-Exempt Full-Time, Part-Time, or Flex

About Kittson Healthcare:

Since 1922, Kittson Healthcare has proudly provided continuous service to the citizens of Kittson County and surrounding areas. Today, we are a 12-bed acute care federally designated Critical Access Hospital and a 50-bed long-term care facility, which also includes a home healthcare agency, an 8-bed assisted living facility, and ambulance services. Our campus includes a medical clinic in Hallock and a satellite clinic in Karlstad, MN. We strive to provide highly personalized care to every patient and resident—we don’t see them as numbers, but as family, neighbors, teachers, and community members.

Department: Nursing Home

Reports To: Director of Nursing

Supervises: None

Job Summary:

A Registered Nurse (RN) in long term care is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients in a long-term care setting. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The registered nurse will also educate patients and their families about health management and support them in daily living activities.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Supervise and provide directions of Licensed Practical Nuse (LPN), Certified Med Aide (CMA), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)

Monitor and assess resident health needs and follow care plans

Administer medications and manage treatments

Provide wound care and follow infection control practices

Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes

Document nursing care, observations, and resident responses accurately and timely in EHR

Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations, including those related to infection control, resident rights, and safety standards

Promote positivity, compassionate environment that support resident dignity and independence

Job Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficiently be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with both patients and healthcare professionals

Experienced in patient assessment and care planning

Proficiency in medication administration and management

In-depth knowledge of body systems and functions to assess and manage patient health effectively

Knowledge of chronic disease management

Competence in wound care management and infection control practices

Knowledge of patient mobility assistance

Ability to educate patients on health maintenance

Strong communication with healthcare teams

High level of accuracy data entry; effective communication, and quality care

Comprehension and delivery of patient safety and healthcare ethics

Understanding of regulatory compliance and standards in long-term care

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program leading to licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Valid MN RN license

Valid BLS certification

Experience in Long Term Care setting

Must pass MN background check and fingerprinting

Complete TB testing within the first 3 weeks of employment

Work Schedule:

Shift options: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm or 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm or 10:00 pm – 6:00 am

Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

Why Work With Us:

Full-Time/Part-Time Employee Benefits:

Medical (select plans HSA-eligible with employer contribution)

Dental and Vision – 100% employer-paid for single coverage

Basic Life and AD&D – 100% employer-paid policy

Optional employee-paid voluntary life and AD&D

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Time Off

403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match

Educational scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Shift differential pay

Cell phone discount

Rewarding and dynamic work environment

Employer-paid CNA training and certification available

Flex Employee Benefits:

403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match

Educational scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Shift differential pay

Cell phone discount

Rewarding and dynamic work environment

Employer-paid CNA training and certification available

Full-time