Registered Nurse (RN) – Long Term Care
Location: Falmouth, MA 02540
Job Type: Contract
Duration: October 20, 2026 – January 16, 2027 | Approximately 13 Weeks
Shift: Evening | 3:00 PM–11:30 PM
Schedule: 40 Hours/Week | Every Other Weekend and Holiday
Local Candidates: No
Traveler Candidates: Accepted
Pay Rate:
Traveler: $58–$62/hr
Required Qualifications:
Nursing degree from an accredited college/university or approved RN program
Current, active, and unencumbered Massachusetts RN License
BLS/CPR and AED certification required
Strong knowledge of nursing and long-term care practices and regulations
Ability to provide age-appropriate resident care
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
Leadership and supervisory skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to plan and maintain quality nursing care
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
Responsibilities:
Provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality nursing care to residents
Supervise nursing assistants and other personnel
Administer medications and prescribed treatments
Perform RN medication administration duties
Monitor medication and medical supply inventory
Assist with admissions, transfers, orientations, and discharges
Make physician rounds and coordinate resident care with physicians
Participate in quality assurance programs and facility inspections
Assist with discharge planning and maintain required documentation
Complete nursing forms, reports, charts, and evaluations
Maintain accurate admission, transfer, discharge, and daily nursing documentation
Receive and document physician orders and update resident records
Monitor vital signs and identify changes in resident conditions
Report significant changes or reactions to medications and treatments
Prepare equipment and assist physicians during treatments and examinations
May serve as a team leader for nursing personnel
Maintain confidentiality of resident information and PHI
Protect and respect resident rights
Collaborate with the nursing team and maintain a positive work environment
Handle challenging resident situations professionally and respectfully
Perform other nursing duties as assigned