RN - $2000 Sign-on bonus

PACS Group•San Antonio, TX

1d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this Registered Nurse (RN) position is to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during their tour of duty. This supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility, and as required by the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. The role involves administrative, committee, personnel, nursing care, staff development, safety and sanitation, equipment and supply, care plan and assessment, and budget and planning functions, all under the umbrella of supervisory requirements for the nursing staff.

Requirements

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.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
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 programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures necessary for quality care.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining 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 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.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

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 that reference material at the nurses’ stations is current and recommend necessary written material.
Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects daily procedures.
Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with established 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, and recommend revisions.
Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services.
Ensure that 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 update the resident’s written discharge plan.
Assist the Director 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 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 user ID, password, and resident protected health information.
Report suspected or known violations of disclosure policies and unauthorized attempts to access facility information systems.
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 delegate administrative authority to Charge Nurses.
Ensure nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved training program.
Ensure nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Make daily rounds to ensure personnel are performing work assignments according to standards and report findings.
Monitor absenteeism to ensure adequate staffing and report problem areas.
Ensure established policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed.
Review and report complaints and grievances from department personnel to the Director.
Foster a good working rapport with inter-departmental personnel.
Create and maintain a positive and calm environment.
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, determine staffing requirements, and make recommendations regarding dismissals or transfers.
Ensure departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals.
Report known or suspected incidents of fraud.
Ensure departmental computer workstations are logged off or password protected when unattended.
Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions and ensure rooms are ready.
Greet and escort newly admitted residents.
Make rounds with physicians as necessary and inform the Director of timely 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 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.
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 procedures.
Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules.
Review medication cards for completeness and accuracy.
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.
Assist in arranging transportation for discharged residents.
Inform family members of the death of a resident and call funeral homes when requested.
Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in-service training classes.
Assist the In-service Director/Educator in developing annual 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.
Assist the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying potential exposure risks.
Ensure personnel performing tasks with potential exposure participate in training.
Ensure adequate personal protective equipment is available and used correctly.
Monitor personnel to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
Ensure compliance with established departmental policies and procedures.
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 development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program.
Ensure personnel follow infection control procedures for isolation precautions.
Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of 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 the development and implementation of procedures for the safe operation of nursing service equipment.
Ensure only trained and authorized personnel operate equipment.
Ensure 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 their care plan development and review.
Review resident care plans for appropriate goals, problems, approaches, and revisions.
Ensure all 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 the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator with MDS and RAPs.
Review resident’s medical and nursing treatments for compliance with the care plan.
Keep abreast of economic conditions and recommend adjustments to nursing services.
Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.