Admissions Nurse (RN)

Brickyard Healthcare•Portage, IN

About The Position

We rely on and trust our Admissions Nurse (LPN/RN) to provide independent supervision of the delivery of care to a group of residents in a nursing unit. Assess resident needs, develop individual care plans, administer nursing care, and evaluate nursing care. Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Care Specialists (CNA) and other personnel. May supervise other Nurses, including other RNs. Why Work For Us? Beautiful community with great culture Excellent pay with multiple incentives Excellent health benefits packages Career advancement opportunities Flexible scheduling available Benefits & Conditions: No waiting period for enrollment Three health plan options Delta Dental VSP Vision Free Basic Life Insurance Disability, Critical Illness, Accident & Legal Coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program

Requirements

Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state
Must hold and maintain a current CPR certification. Licensed nursing staff are required to obtain their CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics
Demonstrate understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility
Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development
Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance

Responsibilities

Assure that effective quality nursing care is delivered which is outcome focused through utilization of the nursing process. Identify needs and provide input for discharge planning and follow-up throughout length of stay
Develop individualized plan of care in collaboration with the resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team.
Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost efficiently with focus on resident centered outcomes by utilizing all appropriate, available resources for resident/family/responsible party counseling and discharge planning. Work in collaboration with physician and/or other health care professionals by sharing information relevant to changing plan of care.
Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices.