RN Day Shift

PACS

11d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse supervises the facility’s day-to-day nursing activities during the assigned tour of duty, following applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations to maintain high-quality resident care. The RN assists with nursing department operations, staff supervision, care planning and assessment, resident admissions and transitions, safety and infection control, and coordination with the Director of Nursing and other departments. The position combines administrative and direct-care responsibilities. The RN supports policy and procedure development, quality assurance, committee work, staffing and staff development, and the maintenance of nursing records and supplies. Clinical duties include assessing residents, coordinating and providing care, monitoring medications and treatments, communicating changes in condition, and contributing to individualized care plans. The role requires a current, unencumbered RN license in the state, current CPR certification, a nursing degree, and training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. The posting requests two or more years of experience, preferably in long-term care. The position is full-time, with a stated 6 a.m.–6 p.m. schedule, and may require work beyond normal hours, weekends, holidays, or emergency call-back.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
Two or more years of experience; long-term care experience is preferred.
Current, unencumbered, active RN license in the state.
Current CPR certification.
Maintain required continuing education and licensure and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, including technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to make independent decisions, solve practical problems, and deal tactfully with residents, families, staff, visitors, and government personnel.
Leadership, supervisory, planning, organizational, and communication abilities; willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and of laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to nursing care facilities.
Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to residents’ age-related needs.
Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition and work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
Ability to move intermittently during the workday and to push, pull, move, or carry at least 25 pounds to a height of five feet and for a distance of 50 feet; may assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.
Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and meet the facility’s general health requirements, including medical and physical examination.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with PCC.
Experience in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day nursing activities during the assigned shift and assist with overall nursing staff management.
Assist the Director of Nursing Services with nursing department operations, policies, procedures, reports, quality assurance, and coordination of resident services.
Participate in facility committees, prepare nursing service reports, and implement committee recommendations as directed.
Ensure adequate licensed nursing and certified nursing assistant coverage; assign and delegate work, monitor performance, and report staffing or personnel concerns.
Conduct nursing department rounds and help maintain a calm, supportive environment for residents and staff.
Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges; prepare rooms for new admissions and support resident discharge planning.
Assess residents, monitor their physical and emotional status, and communicate changes to physicians, family members, and the Director as appropriate.
Provide direct nursing care as needed, including starting IVs, collecting specimens, taking vital signs, and assisting with monitoring seriously ill residents.
Review nursing notes, medication records, treatment schedules, and care plans to ensure care follows orders, policies, and residents’ wishes.
Support development and review of resident assessments and care plans, including MDS, RAPs, and Triggers.
Participate in staff training and continuing education activities, including safety, infection control, and other required training.
Promote safety, sanitation, hand hygiene, infection control, emergency preparedness, and proper use of personal protective and other safety equipment.
Monitor nursing equipment, supplies, medications, and stock levels; recommend needs and support safe equipment use and maintenance.
Complete required reports, charting, forms, evaluations, incident reports, and other administrative records.
Protect resident and facility information and promptly report suspected privacy, security, or fraud incidents.
Assist residents and families as needed, including arranging transportation after discharge and notifying family members of a resident’s death when required.