RN- Full time

RN- Full time (Healthcare)

This position description outlines essential functions for the RN role in a long term care facility. The duties described are not necessarily all-inclusive and may be adjusted as needed to meet resident care requirements and regulatory guidelines.

• Administrative Functions: Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing day-to-day nursing activities; participate in developing, maintaining, and updating policies and procedures; ensure reference materials are current; keep Nursing Service Procedures Manual current; ensure compliance with procedures; provide written and oral reports; review policies and job descriptions; coordinate nursing services with other resident services; participate in the facilitys quality assurance program; participate in surveys and discharge plan updates; plan nursing services for resident discharges; meet with staff to plan services; admit, transfer, and discharge residents; complete incident reports; interpret policies to personnel and external parties; perform administrative duties and protect resident information and facility data.
• Committee Functions: Attend committee meetings (e.g., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Quality Assurance, etc.); prepare reports; provide information to committees; participate in Care Plan Committee activities; implement committee recommendations.
• Personnel Functions: Maintain adequate staffing with licensed personnel and CNAs; develop work assignments; delegate authority and accountability; ensure staff training; supervise daily rounds; monitor absenteeism; ensure policy compliance; manage interdepartmental relationships; foster a warm and safe unit environment; participate in staff performance evaluations and staffing decisions; administer disciplinary actions fairly.
• Nursing Care Functions: Inform staff of admissions; prepare rooms; greet and orient new residents; accompany rounds with physicians; assist in planning care with residents and families; monitor resident status daily; ensure direct nursing care by qualified personnel; review nursing notes for accuracy; perform direct nursing tasks as needed; manage IVs, specimens, vitals, admissions/transfers/discharges; coordinate care with physicians and families; supervise and adjust care plans; manage restraints per policy; oversee medication administration and documentation; inspect care areas; ensure responsive resident calls; coordinate transportation for discharges; notify families of deaths.
• Staff Development: Develop and conduct in-service training; support annual training programs (OSHA, HIPAA, etc.); plan clinical supervision for nurse aides; participate in continuing education to maintain licensure.
• Safety and Sanitation: Develop safety standards; identify exposure risks and ensure training; ensure PPE availability and proper use; enforce hand hygiene; lead fire safety and disaster drills; participate in infection control programs; ensure reporting of hazardous conditions; ensure safe operation of equipment; maintain MSDS records; promote safe lifting and equipment use.
• Equipment and Supply Functions: Advise on equipment and supply needs; maintain adequate stock levels; assist in preventive maintenance; ensure safe operation of equipment; monitor supply use; ensure MSDS documentation for hazards.
• Care Plan and Assessment Functions: Contribute to assessments and care plans; involve residents in planning; review goals and revisions; ensure care plan awareness among staff; coordinate MDS planning including RAPs/Triggers; ensure care aligns with plan and resident wishes.
• Budget and Planning Functions: Monitor economic conditions; recommend nursing service adjustments; identify equipment needs; report suspected fraud or false billings.
• Supervisory Requirements: Assist in overall supervision of nursing staff; exercise administrative authority and accountability as an RN.
  

• Education and Experience: Nursing degree from an accredited college or university; training in rehabilitative/restorative nursing; 2+ years of experience, preferably in a long-term care facility.
• Language Skills: Read, write, speak, and understand English; ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals; effective communication with managers and employees.
• Mathematical and Reasoning Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios; independent decision-making; problem solving; tactful interaction with residents, families, and staff; team-oriented mindset; ability to plan, organize, and implement programs and procedures applicable to quality care; understanding of age-related resident needs.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current, unencumbered RN license; current CPR certification; knowledge of PCC preferred; ongoing continuing education/licensing; good standing with State Board of Nursing.
• Physical Demands: Ability to move intermittently; communicate effectively in English; cope with mental and emotional stress; adequate vision and hearing or use of appropriate aids; independence and flexibility; medical/physical clearance as required; ability to lift/cushion at least 25 pounds; potential for emergency evacuation assistance.
• Work Environment: Office and nursing areas; frequent interruptions; exposure to residents, staff, families, and external parties; possible after-hours work; call-backs during emergencies; exposure to infectious waste, chemicals, and other hazards; teamwork with residents and departments; participation in continuing education; potential exposure to occupational hazards.
  

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Critical features are described under various headings and may change due to accommodation or other reasons. This description is not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.