Registered Nurse - SNF- Murray

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE GROUP•Murray, UT

8d•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Care—Cottage on Vine is a transitional rehabilitation and skilled nursing community in Murray, Utah. The Registered Nurse may provide direct nursing care to residents and supervises day-to-day nursing activities performed by licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants, following applicable regulations, guidelines, and facility policies and procedures. The role promotes holistic care and coordinates with residents, families, medical staff, and the interdisciplinary team to meet resident needs. The position provides nursing leadership on the assigned unit and may supervise licensed practical/vocational nurses, certified nursing assistants, medication technicians/aides, and restorative aides. The nurse assesses resident status, carries out physician orders, administers medications, performs treatments and other direct-care skills, maintains care plans and documentation, and supports safe, compliant facility operations. The role reports to the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or Unit Nurse Manager.

Requirements

A 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 communicate resident condition information and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to deal tactfully and patiently with residents, families, visitors, personnel, government agencies, and the public, including in difficult situations.
Leadership and supervisory ability, with 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 common physical movements required for the position.
Meet facility health requirements, including medical and physical examinations and assessment of immunity status.
Follow confidentiality, compliance, safety, hygiene, and infection-control requirements.
Subject to callback during emergencies, frequent interruptions, and possible work beyond normal hours, on weekends, or on holidays when necessary.
May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases or conditions, hazardous chemicals, air contaminants, and challenging or emotional residents, family members, visitors, or personnel.

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 according to applicable regulations and facility policies.
Promote holistic resident care and ensure nursing personnel comply with policies and procedures.
Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
Assess changes in residents’ status, notify physicians and residents’ families or representatives, and document accordingly.
Transcribe physician orders into medical records and carry out orders as written.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered and observe for adverse effects.
Perform wound treatments as ordered, monitor for changes, and document as indicated.
Schedule follow-up appointments and arrange transportation for residents as indicated.
Provide nursing leadership to personnel assigned to the unit and perform rounds to check resident needs and staff duties.
Provide direct-care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration, as assigned and in accordance with policy.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and participate in management team meetings as indicated.
Assist with evaluating nursing personnel performance and implement discipline as directed and in accordance with policy.
Address concerns or complaints, file grievances as necessary, and report incidents or unusual occurrences to nursing leadership; participate in investigations as needed.
Participate in end-of-life care as required.
Maintain adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment 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 residents’ rights, and report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, mistreatment, or other violations.
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and report breaches or noncompliance to appropriate personnel.
Follow safety, hygiene, and infection-control procedures; report occupational exposures and work-related injuries or illnesses.
Participate in life-safety and emergency drills and training, and fulfill assigned duties during an emergency plan activation.
Complete assigned training and skills competency requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.