Evening Short Shift Registered Nurse - SNF- Boise

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE GROUP•Boise, ID

5d•$35 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Sunterra Springs Riverview Rehab is hiring a Registered Nurse for its nursing services department in Boise, Idaho. This Monday–Friday role is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The RN may provide direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities of licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants in accordance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and facility policies and procedures. The position reports to the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or Unit Nurse Manager, and may supervise licensed practical or vocational nurses, certified nursing assistants, medication technicians/aides, and restorative aides. The RN provides resident-centered care and nursing leadership, monitors residents’ conditions, carries out physician orders, administers medications and treatments, and coordinates with residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team. The role also supports safe operations, regulatory compliance, infection control, resident rights, emergency preparedness, and the facility’s quality and survey activities. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

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 residents’ conditions and deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, and the public.
Patience and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family members, and staff.
Ability to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel; leadership and supervisory ability.
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 needed for the position.
Meet facility general health requirements, including medical and physical examinations and immunity-status checks.
Complete assigned training and skills competency as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in long-term care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily activities of licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants in accordance with regulations and facility policies and procedures.
Follow the nursing model to 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’ conditions, notify physicians and residents’ families or representatives, and document changes.
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 residents’ follow-up appointments and transportation as needed.
Provide nursing leadership to personnel assigned to the unit and perform rounds to assess residents’ needs and staff duties.
Provide direct care, including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration, as assigned and in accordance with policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to holistically meet residents’ needs.
Participate in management team meetings concerning census, resident status or care needs, complaints, and concerns.
May assist with evaluating nursing personnel performance and implement discipline as directed and in accordance with operational policies.
Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary.
Report incidents and unusual occurrences to nursing leadership and participate in investigations as needed.
Participate in end-of-life care as required.
Monitor 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 in practice.
Treat residents with dignity and respect, protect their rights, and protect them from abuse and mistreatment.
Follow facility policies, procedures, standards of conduct, and applicable state and federal regulations; report noncompliance and confidentiality breaches.
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information in verbal, written, and electronic communications.
Report allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation, exploitation, or mistreatment, and cooperate with investigations.
Follow safety, hygiene, and infection-control practices; report occupational exposures and work-related injuries or illnesses.
Participate in life-safety and emergency drills and training, and fulfill assigned duties during facility emergency-plan activation.
Complete assigned training and skills competency requirements.
Communicate with medical and nursing staff and other departments; follow oral and written instructions.
Perform other duties as assigned.