FT Staff Nurse, RN WEW 6a-6:30p

United Church Homes•Beavercreek, OH

About The Position

The Staff Nurse (RN) works within their scope of practice to coordinate care delivery and interventions for approximately 25 residents in an assigned area. Care must follow professional practice standards, physician orders, community policies and procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The role includes assessing residents, administering medications and treatments, coordinating with physicians and other departments, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, supporting residents and families, and overseeing nursing assistants and resident care processes. The position is listed as FT Staff Nurse, RN, WEW 6a–6:30p, at Trinity Community at Beavercreek.

Requirements

Graduate of a two-year accredited nursing diploma school or a bachelor's degree in nursing.
Successful completion of a state-approved pre-licensure nursing education program.
Passing score on the NCLEX-RN.
Active RN license issued by the State Board of Nursing.
Obtain and maintain mandatory state and federal requirements and certifications for the occupation.
CPR certification.
Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English.
Good foundational knowledge of pharmacology, treatments, issues concerning older adults, dementia, diseases, and medication side effects.
Ability to work with elderly residents, families, and other healthcare staff.
Ability to use the equipment and systems listed in the posting: WiFis, pagers, PointClickCare, computers, sit-to-stand equipment, Hoyer lifts, and gait belts.
Ability to adhere to the terms and conditions of the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

Nice To Haves

One year of nursing or long-term-care experience is preferred.
Ability to operate a computer and use the Internet; knowledge of basic office equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess residents, manage treatments, and participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating resident care and related family education.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to approved protocols, including IVs when certified and permitted by state regulations.
Conduct resident rounds and nursing assessments, monitor vital signs, hydration, nutrition, weights, and changes in condition, and report concerns to appropriate parties.
Use infection-control, sterile, isolation, safety, and Special Care Unit protocols.
Receive, transcribe, and implement physician orders; arrange diagnostic and therapeutic services; and request medications, supplies, and equipment.
Perform and oversee nursing procedures and clinical care, including catheter and tube care, tube feeding, central-line and PICC-line care, IV therapy, suctioning, oxygen administration, CPR, specimen collection, and glucometer checks, as applicable.
Document medications, treatments, resident responses, intake and output, changes in condition, incidents, follow-up care, and other required clinical information accurately and according to policy.
Coordinate with Dining Services on dietary needs, monitor residents at nutritional risk, follow recommendations, and check food brought by family members for compliance with orders and safety needs.
Complete and maintain resident forms, charting, evaluations, care plans, progress notes, and required admission, discharge, and transfer documentation.
Participate in care conferences; evaluate care interventions; identify problems and trends; and develop alternative interventions as needed.
Support resident rights and investigate alleged abuse when appropriate.
Ensure assigned nursing assistants understand and follow resident care plans.
Oversee admission, discharge, and transfer processes, including assessments, orders, resident education, paperwork, coordination, and transportation arrangements.
Coordinate nursing support and education with other departments and services, and assist physicians during rounds and examinations.
Participate in assessing, planning, and implementing nursing staff involvement in resident care and family education; assist with in-service and continuing-education programs.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, personnel, visitors, physicians, and government agencies as required.
Maintain confidentiality, handle unusual occurrences calmly, and follow applicable safety, security, and equal-opportunity practices.
Participate in relevant education and training and perform other duties as assigned or directed.