Registered Nurse

## Description **Shift:** Monday-Friday 8am-5pm **Description:** Registered Nurses (RN) in the Residential Care Facility provide direct and indirect nursing care, health assessment, monitoring, and care coordination in a Residential Care Facility (RCF) setting. The RN exercises independent nursing judgment within the scope of RN licensure as defined by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing and ensures compliance with Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) Residential Care regulations, physician orders, and facility policies and procedures. The position reports to the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing and collaborates closely with direct care staff, case managers, providers, and interdisciplinary teams. Ensures resident safety, medication management, and continuity of care. All nursing duties are performed in accordance with the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act, applicable administrative rules, organizational policies, and within the individual nurse’s scope of licensure. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Oklahoma. 2. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; BSN preferred. 3. Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience preferred. 4. Experience in residential care, assisted living, long-term care, behavioral health, or community-based nursing strongly preferred. 5. Experience in medication management, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration strongly preferred. 6. Knowledge of Oklahoma Residential Care Facility regulations strongly preferred. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: 1. Knowledge of nursing practices applicable to residential care settings, including chronic condition management, medication administration, and health monitoring. 2. Ability to conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and identify changes in resident conditions. 3. Competency in medication administration, injections (if applicable), and emergency response within RN scope. 4. Ability to evaluate medication effectiveness, side effects, and resident response. 5. Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills. 6. Proficiency with EMRs, MARs, documentation systems, electronic calendars, and reporting systems. 7. Strong communication skills for internal and external collaboration. 8. Knowledge of infection control standards, safety protocols, and emergency procedures. 9. Ability to verbally de-escalate residents as needed. 10. Strong ability to work with intra and inter departmental teams, as well as community partners and other stakeholders. 11. Demonstrated ability to provide person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. 12. Demonstrated adherence to professional standards, ethical practice, and licensure requirements. 13. Contributes positively to the work environment and promotes a healthy work culture. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Nursing Care and Resident Safety 1. Perform comprehensive nursing assessments including evaluation of physical health, functional status, and changes in condition. 2. Evaluate medication effectiveness, side effects, and adherence; communicate findings to prescribing providers. 3. Administer medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and approved protocols. 4. Monitor resident health status and initiate nursing interventions as indicated. 5. Conduct medication management, monitor effectiveness, and ensure resident safety. 6. Exercise independent nursing judgment, including assessment, evaluation, triage, prioritization of care, escalation to providers or emergency services, and clinical decision-making within RN scope. 7. Initiate emergency response procedures and coordinate care during medical emergencies. 8. Perform chart reviews and documentation in EMR and MAR systems. 9. Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration, monitoring, and coordination with providers. 10. Provide care coordination, including communication with guardians, residential facilities, and community partners. 11. Assist wi…