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Geographic Location: Susanville, California 96130
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All occupational therapy services relating to a skilled nursing facility. We create a loving, home-like atmosphere which encourages residents to gain greater independence while our entire staff lends a gentle touch and warm smile.
City Description:
Susanville (formerly, Rooptown) is a city in and the county seat of Lassen County, California, United States Susanville is located on the Susan River in the south-central part of the county at an elevation of 4186 feet (1276 m) The population was 13,541 at the 2000 census. Susanville, a former logging and mining town.
GeographySusanville is located at 402459N 1203911W / 40.41639N 120.65306W / 40.41639; -120.65306.[1] The elevation of Susanville is approximately 4,258 feet (1,298 m) above sea level. It is considered a gateway city to Reno on U.S. Highway 395.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.9 square miles (15.3 km), of which, 5.9 square miles (15.3 km) of it is land and 0.17% is water.
Eagle Lake is located 15 miles (24 km) North of the town.
Susanville was named after Susan Roop, daughter of Isaac Roop, an early settler The present name was adopted in 1857 The Susanville post office was founded in 1860. Susanville incorporated in 1900.
Climate Susanville has a semiarid climate with wet, cold winters and very warm, mostly dry summers. Average January temperatures are a high of 40.4F and a low of 20.8F. Average July temperatures are a high of 88.8F and a low of 50.8F. Temperatures reach 90F (32C) or higher on an average of 34.9 days annually. Temperatures drop to 32F (0C) or lower on an average of 153.8 days annually; freezing temperatures have been recorded in every month of the year and summer nighttime temperatures are usually very cool. The highest recorded temperature in Susanville was 106F on July 25, 1928, and the lowest recorded temperature was -23F on February 1, 1956.
Annual precipitation averages 15.26 inches. There are an average of 59 days with measurable precipitation. The wettest year was 1907 with 33.51 inches and the dryest year was 1976 with 5.33 inches. The most rainfall in one month was 12.30 inches in March 1907. The most rainfall in 24 hours was 5.04 inches on January 31, 1897. Annual snowfall averages 36.0 inches. The most snowfall in one year was 89.0 inches in 1937 and the most in one month 65.5 inches in January 1895.
Demographics As of the census of 2000, there were 13,541 people, 3,516 households, and 2,250 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,294.8 people per square mile (886.1/km). There were 3,882 housing units at an average density of 657.9/sq mi (254.0/km). The racial makeup of the city was 76.0% White, 12.5% African American, 3.2% Native American, 1.1% Asian, 0.9% Pacific Islander, 3.5% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.6% of the population.
There were 3,516 households out of which 37.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.0% were non-families. 29.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.10.
Facility Description:
Skilled Nursing facility located in Susanville. This is an upscale facility that offers residents a high level of care in a home-like setting. We offer the assurance of 24 hour skilled nursing staff, wholesome meals and snacks, and a full range of rehabilitation services. The activity programs are designed with the needs of the special clientele in mind, as are our tastefully decorated rooms, and abundant activity areas. Our active recreational and social programs satisfy even the most selective residents. This facility is really a home away from home. We pride ourselves with our compassionate and supportive nursing and rehab care. Our employees have all been at the facility a number of years.
Job Requirements:
Selected candidate must have graduated from an approved program and hold a current license in the State of California.
Job Schedule:
flexible
Salary:
Above the going rate
Relocation:
Possibly
Benefits:
Excellent benefit package
Additional Comments:
This is a rare opportunity. Positions like this never come up. The rehab team work as a team and generally no one leaves
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Job Details |
Date Posted: 05/17/2012
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Position Type: Occupational Therapist
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Job Status: Full Time
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Specialty Type: Occupational Therapy |
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Employment Setting: Not Specified
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