LPN or RN - Full-time Evenings

Bayley Senior Care Corp•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The LPN or RN generally assumes a charge nurse role, providing front-line leadership, supporting a productive work environment, and promoting quality resident care. Reporting to the nursing supervisor, the charge nurse maintains unit morale and ensures daily compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. The role includes leading unit staff, supporting employee development and performance, facilitating communication, and training and assessing assigned nursing personnel. Nursing duties include assisting with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges; participating in resident assessments and care planning; monitoring residents’ status and nursing needs; completing required documentation; administering medications and treatments; maintaining medication and supply procedures; and consulting with the nursing supervisor and/or attending physician regarding resident care.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited LPN or RN program.
Current Ohio LPN or RN license.
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable Federal and Ohio State regulations.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Promote unit morale by providing a team-based work environment and positive leadership, including assigning and supervising STNAs.
Take a lead role in employee-related matters, including discipline, performance evaluations, retention, and development of qualified personnel.
Work with the nursing supervisor to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations governing long-term care.
Maintain effective working relationships with inter-departmental and cross-functional personnel.
Conduct regular staff meetings to identify and address problem areas and opportunities to improve services.
Train and assess the skills of assigned nursing personnel and ensure they understand and comply with residents’ rights and responsibilities.
Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Participate in preliminary resident needs assessments and development of written plans of care.
Visit residents daily to assess and evaluate changes in status and nursing needs.
Complete medical forms, evaluations, and accident/incident reports in a timely manner.
Administer medications and perform treatments as directed by the attending physician or nursing supervisor.
Maintain written procedures for the administration, storage, and control of medications and medical supplies.
Consult with the nursing supervisor and/or attending physician regarding planning, treatment, and rehabilitation of assigned residents.
Ensure appropriate personnel are notified when a resident’s condition changes.
Stay current with applicable regulations and procedures through professional publications and relevant seminars.