Evening Short Shift Registered Nurse - SNF- Boise (56110)

Rocky Mountain Care Group•Boise, ID

About The Position

Sunterra Springs is seeking a Registered Nurse for its nursing services team. This is a Monday–Friday position from 6–10 p.m. The RN may provide direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities of licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants, in accordance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and facility policies and procedures. The position reports to the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or Unit Nurse Manager and may oversee licensed practical or vocational nurses, certified nursing assistants, medication technicians/aides, and restorative aides. The RN supports holistic resident care by assessing residents, implementing physician orders, administering medications and treatments, coordinating resident transitions and follow-up needs, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team. The role also includes nursing leadership, care planning, infection control, safety, documentation, regulatory compliance, and participation in facility quality and survey activities. The nurse may be subject to emergency call-back, work beyond normal hours, and work weekends or holidays when necessary.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to deal tactfully and patiently with residents, families, staff, visitors, government personnel, and the general public, including in difficult situations.
Ability to communicate information concerning residents’ conditions and follow oral and written instructions.
Leadership and supervisory ability, including willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting, and perform other physical movements needed for the position.
Must meet facility health requirements, including medical and physical exams and immunity-status checks.
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in long-term care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Direct daily activities of licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants in accordance with regulations and facility policies.
Promote holistic resident care by following the nursing model and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
Ensure nursing personnel comply with applicable policies and procedures.
Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
Assess and document changes in residents’ status and notify physicians and residents’ families or representatives as appropriate.
Transcribe physician orders into medical records and carry out orders as written.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered, observing for adverse effects.
Perform wound treatments as ordered, observe for changes, and document accordingly.
Schedule resident follow-up appointments and transportation as indicated.
Provide nursing leadership to assigned personnel and perform rounds to ensure resident needs are met and duties are completed.
Provide direct care, including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration, as assigned and in accordance with policies.
Participate in management team meetings to discuss census changes, changes in resident status or care needs, complaints, and concerns.
Assist with evaluating nursing personnel performance and implementing discipline as directed and in accordance with operational policies.
Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary.
Report incidents and unusual occurrences to nursing leadership and participate in investigations as needed.
Participate in end-of-life care as required.
Monitor medication, supply, and equipment stock and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
Initiate, review, and update care plans as required.
Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
Participate in inspection surveys and QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
Ensure infection-control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies.
Treat residents with dignity and respect, protect their rights, and protect them from abuse or mistreatment.
Comply with facility policies, standards of business conduct, and state and federal regulations; report noncompliance, confidentiality breaches, retaliation, discrimination, and allegations of abuse or neglect to appropriate personnel.
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information in verbal, written, and electronic communications.
Follow safety, hygiene, and infection-control procedures; report occupational exposures and work-related injuries or illnesses as required.
Participate in life-safety and emergency drills and training, and fulfill assigned responsibilities during facility emergency-plan activation.
Complete assigned training and skills competency requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.