Job Purpose The licensed registered nurse is responsible for managing the residents' care plans and supervising the day-to-day resident care activities during the shift. Both care management and supervisory responsibilities must be executed in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policies and procedures. Further, the registered nurse promotes and restores residents' health by completing the nursing process and collaborating with physicians and the facility's multidisciplinary team members.
Duties and Responsibilities ·Communicate with family members regarding the progress of the resident.
·May be required to assist visiting physicians in rounds.
·May be required to draw blood and obtain fluids to submit for lab work.
·Record and monitor all progress of residents and communicate with physicians according to facility policies.
·May be required to assist in dining area and assist in feeding.
·Monitor work of other nursing staff in unit to ensure thoroughness and assist with tasks as needed.
·Required to use telephones to communicate with physicians, arrange for transportation for doctor appointments, and contact families.
·Make rounds to insure cleanliness and proper care to residents.
·Coordinates care of residents in accordance with their care plans.
·Effectively manages all nursing staff assigned to unit.
·May be required to complete various reports as needed.
·Monitors personal and staff compliance to all State and federal requirements including blood borne pathogens, hazardous materials, infection control, and fire safety.
·Monitors personal and staff compliance to resident's rights.
·Assures that all medications and treatments are administered as ordered and in a timely fashion according to facility policies and schedules.
·Will be responsible for administrative duties as assigned.
·Will be responsible for charting and documentation.
·Will be responsible for drug administration.
·Will be responsible for personnel support.
·Will be responsible for nursing care support and direct care.
·Coordinates the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current federal and state rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the resident assessment, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers.
·Selects the correct assessment reference date (ARD) and correct reasons for assessment that capture all resources utilized to ensure appropriate payment by the Medicare and/or Managed Care systems.
All care and services will be provided in accordance with: Federal and State Rules and Regulations Community Policy and Procedures Standards of Nursing Practice Residents Bill of Rights Employee Handbook Policies HIPAA Compliance Qualifications ·Current state-issued nursing license
·Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in a health care setting. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a long-term care setting. Prior experience as an MDS coordinator with demonstrated expertise.
·Be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
·Previous long-term care experience preferred.
·Able to tactfully communicate and management staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
·Regular, dependable, and reliable attendance.
Working Conditions ·Employees must be aware that during the normal, routine performances of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally although they may not be a requirement of the job.
·The employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or request staff assistance when attempting to assist residents or attempting to lift or carry objects over 25 lbs.
·Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
·Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays, when necessary.
·Must attend and participate in in-house education programs.
Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds Ability to stand for long periods of time Direct Reports ·CNAs
·CMAs
·LVNs
