RN Subacute - FT - S

PACS Group•San Diego, CA

16h

About The Position

The RN Subacute assists the Director of Nursing Services with the day-to-day direction and management of nursing activities in a long-term care facility. The position helps maintain policies, procedures, quality assurance, staffing, resident care plans, discharge planning, staff development, safety, infection control, equipment, and supply functions. The RN provides and oversees nursing care, supports residents and families, coordinates with physicians and other departments, and helps ensure compliance with applicable regulations and facility standards. The role also includes supervisory and administrative responsibilities, participation in facility committees and surveys, and maintaining required licensure and continuing education. The position works in office areas and throughout nursing service areas, including drug rooms, nurses’ stations, and resident rooms. It involves frequent interaction with residents, families, staff, visitors, medical personnel, and government agencies. The work may involve interruptions, emotionally upset or hostile individuals, exposure to infectious diseases and waste, hazardous chemicals, odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and potential injury from falls or equipment. Work beyond normal hours, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-back may be necessary. Compensation is $93,600–$115,000 annually, depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
At least 2 years of experience; long-term care facility experience is preferred.
Current, unencumbered, active RN license in the state.
Current CPR certification.
Must 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; read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals; and communicate information effectively.
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions, to practical situations.
Ability to make independent decisions, solve practical problems, and interact tactfully with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, and the public.
Leadership and supervisory ability, including the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and of laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to nursing care facilities.
Ability to provide care appropriate to residents’ age-related needs, work effectively with residents and staff, and handle difficult situations with patience and tact.
Ability to work independently and maintain flexibility, personal integrity, and effective working relationships.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Ability to see and hear adequately, or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately for the role.
Must meet the facility’s general health requirements, including medical and physical examination.
Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 25 pounds to a height of at least 5 feet and carry or move that weight at least 50 feet.
Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
Long-term care facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of nursing activities and maintaining nursing service policies and procedures.
Make reports and recommendations to the Director and participate in quality assurance, facility surveys, discharge planning, and coordination of resident services.
Attend facility committee meetings, prepare nursing service reports as directed, provide requested information, and implement committee recommendations.
Ensure adequate licensed nursing staff and certified nursing assistants are available for the assigned tour of duty; develop work assignments, delegate responsibilities, conduct rounds, and report staffing or performance issues.
Review personnel complaints and grievances, contribute to employee evaluations and staffing recommendations, and promote a respectful and effective working environment.
Inform nursing staff of admissions, prepare rooms, greet and escort residents, coordinate with physicians, consult with residents and families, and notify physicians and next of kin of changes in resident condition.
Visit residents daily, evaluate physical and emotional status, review nursing notes and care delivery, provide direct nursing care as necessary, and assist with monitoring seriously ill residents.
Start IVs, obtain ordered specimens, take vital signs and blood pressures, and admit, transfer, and discharge residents as needed.
Monitor medication administration, treatment schedules, medication records, storage, and supplies for compliance with orders and procedures.
Inspect treatment areas and resident care areas for cleanliness and safety; ensure residents unable to call for help are checked frequently.
Participate in staff in-service training, clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees, and continuing education.
Promote workplace safety, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, hand hygiene, infection control, fire safety, disaster preparedness, and reporting of hazardous conditions and occupational exposures.
Recommend and monitor nursing department equipment and supply needs; ensure adequate stock, safe equipment use, preventive maintenance, and efficient use of supplies.
Participate in resident assessments and care plans, review care plans and treatment, ensure staff are familiar with and follow them, and assist with MDS planning and revisions.
Monitor economic conditions and recommend nursing service adjustments and equipment needs; report suspected or known fraud.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information and report suspected or known unauthorized disclosure or system access.
Assist with resident transportation arrangements and notify family members of a resident’s death; contact funeral homes when requested by family.
Meet the facility’s health and physical requirements, including assisting with resident evacuation during emergencies when necessary.