Registered Nurse-Long Term Care in Guttenberg, NJ

Job Title: Long Term Care Registered Nurse (Night Shift)

Schedule Type: Deferred Schedule
Specialty/Dept: Long Term Care / Skilled Nursing
Shift Type: Nights (7:00 pm – 7:00 am)
Duration: 13 Weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Long Term Care Registered Nurses for a 13-week contract assignment in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting. This role focuses on providing consistent, high-quality nursing care to residents with chronic medical conditions and post-acute needs. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and leadership in a structured care environment.

Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care/skilled nursing facility
• Administer medications, perform treatments, wound care, and manage chronic conditions
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Monitor resident conditions and promptly respond to changes in status
• Supervise and support LPNs and CNAs as assigned
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all facility, hospital, and nursing standards

Patient Population
• Common diagnoses: Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, COPD, CHF, hypertension, post-acute recovery, and age-related conditions
• ALC (Awaiting Long-Term Care Placement) residents
• Typical patient ratios: 1:20–30 (may vary by facility)

Requirements
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State
• Minimum of 1 successful traveler assignment completed (first-time travelers not considered)
• BLS certification required (ACLS preferred)
• Meditech experience required
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced long-term care environment
• Demonstrated leadership, delegation, and prioritization skills