Staff RN 2nd shift (Ephrata Manor)

United Church of Christ Homes•Ephrata, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Staff Nurse supervises the day-to-day care delivered to assigned residents through conducting of rounds to ensure completion of work assignments according to care plans and resident wishes. Responsibilities include receiving and transcribing physician orders; ordering, preparing, and administering meds and treatments; ensuring that controlled substance records are accurate, reporting any discrepancies; receiving and giving change of shift reports; completing resident assessments; participating in development and implementation of resident care plans and discharge planning; ensuring ongoing assessments of residents' condition; observing residents for side effects, pain, emotional status, changes in condition, etc., and notifying physician, as appropriate; assisting the RNAC with completion of documentation; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Possess a Diploma or Nursing Degree from an accredited school, college or university
Possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
Leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel
Ability to summarize and relate information concerning a resident's condition
Ability/willingness to learn basic computer skills
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination
Must be able to relate to and work with persons who exhibit emotional instability, confusion, or at times, hostility
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to carry such weight a minimum distance of 25 feet
Using a mechanical device, must regularly be able to push, pull, or move weight in excess of 100 pounds a distance of 300 feet
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

Nice To Haves

Long-term care experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise the day-to-day care delivered to assigned residents
Conduct rounds to ensure completion of work assignments according to care plans and resident wishes
Receive and transcribe physician orders
Order, prepare, and administer medications and treatments
Ensure controlled substance records are accurate and report discrepancies
Receive and give change of shift reports
Complete resident assessments
Participate in the development and implementation of resident care plans and discharge planning
Ensure ongoing assessments of residents' condition
Observe residents for side effects, pain, emotional status, changes in condition, etc., and notify physician as appropriate
Assist the RNAC with completion of documentation
Perform other duties as assigned