Center Nurse

REPORTS TO:  Center Director

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for senior care? Town Square, a unique and innovative adult day center in Wilmington, is seeking a Center Nurse to fill a rewarding position supporting our members. The Center Nurse plays a pivotal role in creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for adults attending the program, contributing to their overall health and quality of life.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Including but not limited to:

Member Assessments: Conduct initial and ongoing assessments; develop and implement care plans;

Medication Management: Administer medication to members and/or monitor self-administration of medication by members; monitor and record vital signs; may include insulin injections;

Member Liaison: Work with members’ primary care physician and other medical team members; act as a liaison with family, significant others, and care providers;

Family Communication: Foster open communication with family and care providers to understand and relate changes in members’ health status;

Personal Care: Supervisor staff members providing personal care; provide personal care when needed, including showers;

Documentation: Accurate and up-to-date maintenance of members’ health records, including progress reports, medication administration, nutrition, and any other documentation required by the local or state regulations;

Bedside Manner: Maintain a compassionate bedside manner for members;

Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to medical and member emergencies promptly and efficiently; handle unexpected health issues and coordinate with emergency services when necessary;

Community Engagement: Foster relationships with local organizations, referral sources, and family members; Provide caregiver and community support via educational seminars and events;

SKILLS

• Exceptional patience, strong communication, and compassionate interpersonal skills to engage directly with members and their families
• Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and patient needs while maintaining high-quality care.
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently as needed and thrives in a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Possess strong leadership and supervisory skills to effectively direct and coordinate the work of clinical staff

REQUIREMENTS

• RN licensed in the state of North Carolina
• 3 to 5 years of experience with assessment and treatment planning in adult senior care population
• Successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional North Carolina state specific regulatory requirements
• Knowledge and experience with dementia-related conditions strongly preferred
• Prior supervisory experience preferred