The REGISTERED NURSE (RN) delivers care to residents ensuring all applicable laws, regulations and Life Care standards are met. Reports to Director of Nursing (DON).
Deliver basic nursing care to residents.
Evaluate resident's needs through ongoing assessment and revise care plan based on changes in resident's condition.
Provide clinical supervision to LPNs and CNAs.
Chart appropriately and timely.
Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in residents' conditions.
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
Interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess resident's condition.
Modify resident treatment plans as indicated by residents' responses and conditions.
Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate resident care plans.
Monitor all aspects of resident care, including diet and physical activity.
Instruct individuals and families on health education, disease prevention, and develop health improvement programs.
Prepare residents for, and assist with, examinations and treatments.
Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensure that stock of supplies is maintained.
Assist in the evacuation of residents.
Must possess a nursing diploma, AS or BS degree in nursing.
Must be currently registered/licensed in the state of Ohio.
Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the long-term care facility.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Nursing department.
Must understand and follow company policies, including harassment and complaint procedures.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.