Registered Nurse - Chillicothe, MO

Stonebridge Chillicothe • Chillicothe, MO

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides, plans, coordinates, and manages nursing care, nursing services, and health education for nursing home residents under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing. The role requires patience, compassion, and a desire to care for frail elderly residents in a gentle and empathetic manner.

The RN coordinates residents’ nursing care, supervises nursing team members, administers medications and treatments, performs assessments, develops and implements plans of care, and communicates changes in residents’ status to physicians. The position also involves staff scheduling and performance oversight, compliance with facility policies and applicable laws, and using nursing equipment and supplies according to manufacturer guidelines.

Requirements

• Current state license to practice as a registered nurse (RN).
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing practice and an interest in gerontological nursing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to communicate orally and through written reports and other documents relating to residents, staff, and others, and to present information and respond to questions from groups.
• Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical journals and deal with abstract and concrete variables.

Nice To Haves

• Current CPR certification and additional certification in a nursing specialty are desired.
• Two years of experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Basic computer skills and experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing care provided by nursing assistants and other team members for whom the RN is administratively or professionally responsible.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of assigned nursing team members, including CNAs and CMTs; prepare work assignments with consideration for resident safety and staff qualifications.
• Report staff shortages to nursing management and assist with performance evaluations and employee actions that may result in rewards or discipline.
• Schedule and adjust staff lunch and rest breaks according to resident needs and labor laws; receive and help resolve employee complaints; monitor and correct employee job performance.
• Coordinate nursing care on the unit and ensure residents are assigned a nurse aide capable of providing their care.
• Administer and document medications and treatments according to residents’ schedules and current medication-pass standards.
• Provide physician-ordered treatments, including wound care, urinary catheterization, oxygen care, and tracheostomy care.
• Order and receive medications from the pharmacy; account for narcotics and document medication-cart and medication-room key exchanges.
• Respond promptly to resident requests for pain intervention and document actions in resident records.
• Transcribe physician orders accurately and coordinate their implementation.
• Assess residents’ health status, notify physicians of changes, and promptly implement and document new orders.
• Conduct ongoing resident assessments and use the INTERACT program to help avoid unplanned hospital discharges.
• Develop plans of care based on assessments and implement nursing care.
• Check emergency equipment, including oxygen and suction, and the emergency medication kit when applicable.
• Use nursing equipment and supplies according to manufacturer guidelines and follow facility policies and procedures.
• Accept nursing assignments commensurate with personal education, preparation, experience, knowledge, and ability, and obtain instruction and supervision when needed.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and employee assistance program coverage
• 401(k)
• Flexible Scheduling
• Holiday pay incentives
• Training and tuition reimbursement
• Bereavement leave
• Employee recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed