Registered Nurse
You'll coordinate, supervise and direct the CNAs and LVN charge nurses. Front Porch is long-term care.
Posted Sep 4 · New grads welcomed · reported
- Shift and hours
- 4/2 schedule, AM shift
- Unit and setting
- Skilled nursing care center · Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse (Skilled Nursing / Care Center)
- License
- RN license Registered Nurse - CaliforniaCalifornia RN license
- Term
- Permanent Full Time with Benefits!Full time
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- California RN license Registered Nurse - California Check your license
- Education
- Bachelor's degree Bachelor's Degree
- Also asks
- Pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and background check Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.
Preferred
- Experience
- Long-term care, geriatric or rehab nursing experience preferred 0 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse
- Also asks
- Knowledge of State and Federal regulations preferred 0 Year with knowledge of State and Federal regulations
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Santa Rosa staff RN rolesSanta Rosa staff RN postings that state pay run $43/hr to $83/hr, the middle half $52/hr to $80/hr, across 32 postings.
- Pay reviews
- Actual pay depends on knowledge, skills, experience, training, education and licensure
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental and vision plansCompetitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
- BenefitsGenerous PTO and an anniversary recognition dayGenerous PTO, + Anniversary recognition day
- Benefits403(b) retirement plan with company match403 (b) Savings plan, a tax-advantaged retirement account with company matching
- BenefitsFlexible spending accountsFlexible spending accounts
- BenefitsHealth savings accountHealth savings account
- BenefitsEmployee assistance programEmployee Assistance Program: Heart Fund Learn More
More benefits (4)
- BenefitsLeadership and skills developmentLeadership and skills development
- BenefitsEmployee discount programsEmployee discount programs
- Generous PTO + Anniversary recognition day
- 403(b) Savings plan with company matching
The role and schedule
- Charge
- Directing CNAs and LVN charge nurses
- Day to day
- Patient assessments and plan-of-care evaluations Coordinates and performs patient assessments and plan of care evaluations
- Day to day
- Treatments, medications and nursing interventions per plan of care or physician orders Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician
- Day to day
- Reviewing referrals when admissions or the DON are out Responsible for reviewing referrals in the absence of admissions or the Director of Nursing
- Day to day
- Medical supply and medication inventory Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient needs
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Spring Lake Village
Pay Range: $52.25 - $65.00
4/2 Schedule - AM Shift
Full Time with Benefits!
Summary
Under the direction of Director of Nursing Services, the Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination, supervision and directing the work of the CNAs and LVN Charge Nurse(s). Ensures that resident needs are met according to Federal and State regulations and Company Policy.
Detailed
responsibilities
- Registered Nurse (Skilled Nursing / Care Center)
- Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
- Responsible for reviewing referrals in the absence of admissions or the Director of Nursing
- Coordinates and performs patient assessments and plan of care evaluations
- Assists LVN and CNA staff with their duties as needed
- Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician
- Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per Care Center and company Policy and within standards of nursing practice
- Maintains required documentation as per Federal, State and Company Policy
- Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient needs Ensures that all patient rights are protected
- Arrives to work on time, in proper clean uniform, good personal hygiene and with nametag visible
- Follows highest standards of cleanliness Follows all Federal, State and company policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs
- Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner Wears safety equipment as required for the job Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
- Attends all mandatory in-service meetings Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
- Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
- All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees
Front Porch offers competitive benefits for eligible Full Time employees.
Front Porch offers competitive benefits for eligible Full Time employees. Benefits include:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
- Generous PTO, + Anniversary recognition day
- 403 (b) Savings plan, a tax-advantaged retirement account with company matching
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account
- Employee Assistance Program: Heart Fund Learn More
- Leadership and skills development
- Employee discount programs
Credentials
Essential
- Registered Nurse - California
Education with Equivalent
Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor's Degree
Experience with Equivalent
Qualifications
Nonessential
- 0 Year with knowledge of State and Federal regulations
- 0 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse
Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).
Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.
What's around it?
Santa Rosa, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 8% above the US average
- Median rent
- $2,152/mo
- Household income
- $99,060/yr, all local households, not nurse pay