RN - PRN Days/Nights

As an RN - PRN Days/Nights at Givens Estates, your primary responsibilities include assessing and planning resident care, administering medications, responding to emergencies, coordinating unit routines, and providing guidance to fellow staff members. You’ll work to ensure that every resident receives high-quality care tailored to their needs.

To qualify for the RN - PRN Days/Nights position at Givens Estates, you must hold an unencumbered Registered Nursing license in North Carolina and preferably have at least two years of experience in long-term care or working with geriatric populations. Public relation skills and the ability to work independently are also essential.

The pay range for the RN - PRN Days/Nights position at Givens Estates is between $32.50 and $37.00 per hour based on experience. Additionally, there is a $4 per hour differential for PRN shifts worked during nights and weekends, ensuring you are fairly compensated for your dedication.

Givens Estates understands the importance of a healthy work-life balance for its staff. For RNs in the PRN Days/Nights role, flexible scheduling is offered when possible, so you can enjoy personal time while still fulfilling your important responsibilities to our residents.

At Givens Estates, the culture is centered around compassion, diversity, and belonging. We strive to create an inclusive environment where RNs are valued for their contributions, encouraged to grow professionally, and able to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

When answering this question, reflect on your passion for geriatric care, your interest in working in a community-focused organization like Givens Estates, and the alignment of their mission with your personal values. Sharing specific reasons can help demonstrate your enthusiasm for the role.

In your answer, provide a specific example of a challenging situation, what actions you took to address it, and what the outcome was. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure, which are vital qualities for an RN.

Discuss your time management skills and strategies, such as creating a priority list, communicating with team members, and remaining adaptable to changes in patient needs. This showcases your ability to efficiently navigate a demanding healthcare environment.

Explain your understanding of resident care plans, including how you assess needs, implement them, and evaluate outcomes. Mention any specific examples that demonstrate your ability to tailor care to individual residents effectively.

Discuss the importance of clear and compassionate communication with residents' families. Emphasize your approach to keeping them informed and addressing their concerns while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as attending workshops, reading nursing journals, or participating in professional organizations. This shows your commitment to maintaining competence and adhering to best practices in nursing.

Illustrate your approach to treating residents with respect and preserving their dignity in everyday interactions. Specific anecdotes can help demonstrate your commitment to this core nursing principle.

Discuss your personal coping strategies, such as deep breathing, regular breaks, or teamwork. Highlighting your awareness of stress management techniques can reassure interviewers of your resilience in a demanding role.

Mention qualities such as compassion, adaptability, teamwork, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for serving the elderly. Demonstrating your understanding of the role's demands will resonate well with the interviewers.

Explain how effective teamwork improves patient outcomes and enhances the work environment. Share examples of your collaborative experiences to illustrate your commitment to fostering strong team dynamics and ensuring the best care for residents.