RCM

PACS

About The Position

Assist the Director of Nursing Services with planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the nursing service department’s daily functions in accordance with rules and regulations governing the long-term care facility. Help maintain departmental policies, procedures, reference materials, and the Nursing Service Procedures Manual. Support quality assurance activities, administrative documentation, nursing assessments, care planning, resident and family education, and coordination among care team members. The position assists with overall supervision of nursing staff and may perform general nursing duties during emergencies or staffing shortages. Maintain confidentiality of resident care information and protected health information, and work within the limits of professional qualifications and scope of practice. The position requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing; a Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. The employee must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain required licenses and continuing education. One to three years of supervisory experience is preferred. Microsoft Suite proficiency is required, and experience with PCC is preferred. The role involves occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds, prolonged computer use, regular sitting, standing, walking, talking, reading, and hearing, and frequent use of office equipment. Travel by car or airline may be required. The work environment is usually low to moderately noisy.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain required continuing education and licensing requirements.
Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies or personnel, and the public.
Ability to maintain supplies and equipment and the appearance of maintenance work areas.
Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems involving limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products.
Must maintain required continuing education and licensing and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds; use a desktop or laptop computer for prolonged periods; regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear; and frequently use office equipment.
Travel by automobile or airline may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
One to three years of supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing Services with planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the daily functions of the nursing service department.
Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating written policies and procedures for the nursing service department.
Facilitate resolution of issues and concerns related to resident or patient care, including family issues.
Ensure reference materials at nurses’ stations are current and recommend materials that support the department’s needs.
Keep the Nursing Service Procedures Manual current and reflective of the facility’s nursing care procedures.
Participate in developing, maintaining, and implementing the nursing service department’s quality assurance program.
Complete administrative duties and documentation, including medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, and charting.
Make nursing diagnoses and perform nursing assessments regarding residents’ or patients’ health status.
Develop and implement nursing care plans based on assessments.
Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel perform assignments according to acceptable nursing standards and report findings to the Director.
Inform the Director when physician visits are not made in a timely manner.
Review nurses’ notes for completeness, description of care, resident responses, and consistency with residents’ wishes.
Authorize restraints when necessary and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Provide health education to patients and their families.
May assist the In-Service Director/Educator with annual facility training programs, including OSHA, TB, HIPAA, abuse prevention, safety, and infection control.
Participate in preparing written preliminary and comprehensive assessments of each resident’s nursing needs.
Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator with planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including implementation of RAPs and Triggers.
Participate in preparing written preliminary and comprehensive care plans that identify residents’ needs, care, goals, and responsible professional services.
Encourage residents and families to participate in developing and reviewing care plans.
Ensure personnel providing resident care know the resident’s care plan and nursing personnel consult it before providing daily care.
Maintain rapport with services involved in care planning to support a team approach.
Complete required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and federal regulations.
Perform general nursing duties during emergencies or staffing shortages and perform other duties as assigned.
Participate in preparing and planning the nursing service department’s budget and submit it to the Director for review, recommendations, or approval.
Maintain confidentiality of resident care information, including protected health information.
Assist with overall supervision of the nursing staff.