RN Part Time Night

PACS Group•North Augusta, SC

2d•$33 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Anchor Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility seeking compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs) to join their award-winning team. The facility values relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and the community, and is looking for individuals passionate about providing exceptional care in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This role involves providing direct nursing care and supervising nursing activities performed by CNAs, ensuring residents receive outstanding care while maintaining compliance with regulations.

Requirements

Nursing Degree from an Accredited College or University
ACTIVE, Unencumbered South Carolina RN License
Ability to Work 12-Hour Shifts
Ability to Work Weekends
Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
2 years or more experience preferably in a long-term care facility.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend 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.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Must be able 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.
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state.
Current CPR certification.
Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing.
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times.
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility.
Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Fast-Paced, High-Admissions Healthcare Setting Preferred
Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to residents.
Lead and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Ensure residents receive outstanding care.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and standards.
Supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during the assigned tour of duty.
Ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
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 for the nursing service department.
Ensure reference materials at nurses’ stations are current and recommend necessary updates.
Ensure the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects daily procedures.
Ensure all nursing service personnel comply with established procedures.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director concerning the nursing service department's operation.
Periodically review department policies, procedure manuals, and job descriptions, and recommend 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 and inspections.
Periodically review and update resident discharge plans.
Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident’s discharge plan.
Meet with nursing staff and support personnel to plan department services, programs, and activities.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Complete accident/incident reports.
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 user ID, password, and resident protected health information.
Report suspected or known violations of disclosure policies.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
Attend various committee meetings (e.g., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assessment).
Assist in preparing reports for committee meetings.
Provide information to the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee.
Participate in developing the agenda for Care Plan Committee meetings.
Implement recommendations from established committees.
Ensure sufficient licensed nurses and CNAs are available for the shift.
Develop work assignments and delegate tasks.
Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to Charge Nurses.
Ensure nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved training program.
Ensure nurse aide trainees are under direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Make daily rounds to ensure personnel are performing work assignments correctly.
Monitor absenteeism and report problem areas to the Director.
Ensure personnel comply with established policies and dress codes.
Review and address complaints and grievances from department personnel.
Foster a good working relationship with inter-departmental personnel.
Create and maintain a warm, positive, and calm environment.
Hold regular shift meetings to identify and correct problem areas.
Review and evaluate the department's workforce and make recommendations.
Participate in employee performance evaluations and staffing recommendations.
Ensure departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals.
Report suspected or known incidents of fraud.
Ensure computer workstations are logged off or password protected when unattended.
Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected arrival, and room assignments.
Ensure rooms are ready for new admissions.
Greet and escort newly admitted residents.
Make rounds with physicians as necessary.
Encourage physicians to record and sign progress notes and orders timely.
Inform the Director of untimely physician visits.
Consult with residents, families, and physicians in planning resident care.
Notify physicians and next-of-kin of changes in resident condition.
Visit residents daily to observe and evaluate their physical and emotional status.
Ensure direct nursing care is provided by qualified personnel.
Review nurses’ notes for informativeness, descriptiveness, and reflection of resident response.
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.
Report problem areas and assist in developing corrective action.
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 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.
Call funeral homes at family's request.
Participate in in-service training classes.
Assist in developing annual facility in-service training programs.
Assist in planning clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees.
Attend continuing education programs.
Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards.
Identify, evaluate, and classify tasks with potential exposure to blood/body fluids.
Ensure personnel receive training on tasks involving potential exposure.
Ensure adequate supply of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ensure personnel follow established PPE procedures.
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 personnel follow handwashing and hand hygiene procedures.
Ensure personnel participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
Participate in the infection control program.
Ensure personnel follow infection control procedures for isolation precautions.
Participate in developing 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, supplies, and equipment.
Assist in developing a preventive maintenance program for equipment.
Participate in developing procedures for the safe operation of equipment.
Ensure only trained personnel operate equipment.
Ensure personnel operate equipment safely.
Monitor 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.
Participate in the development of resident care plans.
Encourage resident participation in care plan development and review.
Review resident care plans for appropriate goals, problems, and revisions.
Ensure personnel are aware of and refer to resident care plans.
Review nurses’ notes to determine if care plans are followed.
Assist in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including RAPs and Triggers.
Review resident medical and nursing treatments for compliance with care plans.
Keep abreast of economic conditions and recommend adjustments to nursing services.
Assist with the overall supervision and management of the nursing staff.
Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability.