RN- $7,500 Sign On Bonus

PACS Group•Greenwood, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Edgefield Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join their outstanding team. This skilled nursing and rehab facility, located in Edgefield, South Carolina, offers a rewarding career where skills are valued, hard work is appreciated, and the team feels like family. Edgefield Post Acute is committed to excellence, compassion, and mutual success, valuing relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and the community.

Requirements

Current South Carolina Registered Nurse (RN) license
Skilled nursing or long-term care experience is preferred
Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing outstanding resident care
Positive attitude and a team-first mindset
Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university
Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices
2 years or more experience, preferably in a long-term care facility
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Ability to read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to make independent decisions and solve practical problems
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public
Leadership and supervisory ability
Willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept
Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to nursing care facilities
Patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm
Willingness to handle difficult residents
Willingness to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practices
Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Current CPR certification
Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional nursing care while ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of residents.
Complete nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
Administer medications, treatments, and physician orders accurately and safely.
Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
Supervise and support LPNs and CNAs while promoting a positive team environment.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families through compassionate, resident-centered care.
Supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during the assigned tour of duty in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing activities.
Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating written policies and procedures.
Ensure reference material at nurses’ stations is current and recommend necessary updates.
Ensure the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and that personnel comply with its procedures.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
Periodically review department policies, procedure manuals, and job descriptions, making recommendations for revisions.
Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services.
Ensure all nursing service personnel comply with their respective job descriptions.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as requested.
Periodically review and participate in updating the resident’s written discharge plan.
Assist the Director in planning the nursing services portion of the resident’s discharge plan.
Meet with the nursing staff and support personnel to plan department services, programs, and activities.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
Interpret department policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, and charting.
Maintain confidentiality of assigned user ID, password, and resident/facility information.
Report suspected or known violations of disclosure policies.
Attend various committee meetings of the facility as required.
Assist in preparing reports of nursing service programs and activities for committees.
Provide information to the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee as requested.
Participate in developing the agenda for Care Plan Committee meetings.
Implement recommendations from established committees as instructed by the Director.
Ensure sufficient licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants are available for the tour of duty.
Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing tasks.
Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to Charge Nurses.
Ensure nursing assistant trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Make daily rounds to ensure personnel are performing work assignments according to acceptable nursing standards.
Monitor absenteeism to ensure adequate staffing.
Ensure established policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed.
Review and address complaints and grievances from department personnel.
Foster a good working relationship with inter-department personnel.
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis.
Meet with shift personnel to identify and correct problem areas.
Review and evaluate the department’s workforce and make recommendations to the Director.
Participate in employee performance evaluations and staffing requirement assessments.
Report occupational exposures and known/suspected incidents of fraud.
Ensure computer workstations are logged off or password protected when unattended.
Inform nursing staff of new admissions and their expected arrival.
Ensure rooms are ready for new admissions and greet them upon arrival.
Make rounds with physicians as necessary and encourage timely documentation.
Consult with residents, families, and physicians in planning resident care.
Notify physicians and next-of-kin of changes in resident condition.
Make daily rounds to observe and evaluate each resident’s physical and emotional status.
Ensure direct nursing care is provided by qualified personnel.
Review nurses’ notes for informativeness and accuracy.
Provide direct nursing care as necessary.
Start IVs and obtain specimens for lab tests.
Take TPRs and blood pressures.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as necessary.
Assist in developing and implementing corrective action for problem areas.
Keep the Director informed of resident status and related matters.
Assist the Charge Nurse in monitoring seriously ill residents.
Authorize the use of restraints when necessary.
Ensure RNs and LPNs comply with medication and supply policies.
Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules.
Review medication cards for accuracy and adherence to policies.
Inspect nursing service treatment areas daily for cleanliness and safety.
Ensure residents unable to call for help are checked frequently.
Meet with residents and/or family members as necessary.
Arrange transportation for discharged residents.
Inform family members of a resident’s death and call funeral homes when requested.
Participate in in-service training classes.
Assist in developing annual facility in-service training programs.
Assist the Director in planning clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees.
Attend and participate in continuing education programs.
Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the nursing service department.
Participate in identifying, evaluating, and classifying tasks with potential exposure to blood/body fluids.
Ensure personnel participate in training programs prior to tasks involving potential exposure.
Ensure adequate supply of personal protective equipment is available.
Ensure personnel follow established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
Monitor personnel to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
Ensure nursing service work areas are clean and sanitary.
Ensure resident care rooms and treatment areas are clean, safe, and sanitary.
Ensure nursing service personnel follow established handwashing and hand hygiene procedures.
Ensure personnel participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
Participate in the infection control program.
Ensure nursing service personnel follow infection control procedures for isolation precautions.
Participate in developing and implementing procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment.
Ensure personnel use safety equipment when lifting or moving residents.
Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs.
Recommend equipment and supply needs to the Director.
Ensure adequate stock levels of medications, medical supplies, and equipment.
Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program.
Participate in developing and implementing procedures for the safe operation of nursing service equipment.
Ensure only trained personnel operate nursing service equipment.
Ensure nursing service equipment is operated in a safe manner.
Monitor nursing procedures to ensure efficient use of supplies and avoid waste.
Ensure appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals.
Participate in the development of resident assessments and care plans.
Encourage resident participation in care plan development and review.
Review resident care plans for appropriate goals, problems, approaches, and revisions.
Ensure personnel are aware of and refer to the resident’s care plan.
Review nurses’ notes to determine if the care plan is being followed.
Assist in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including RAPs and Triggers.
Review resident’s medical and nursing treatments for compliance with care plan and wishes.
Keep abreast of economic conditions and recommend adjustments to nursing services.
Assist with the overall supervision and management of the nursing staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.