RN-Day

DutiesAdminister medication and perform treatments on an assigned unit, as ordered by the physician and within the scope of the license. Receive and deliver a variety of information regarding the residents’ medical, social, functional, and other needs. Participate in the receiving and giving of shift reports. Communicate with residents, family, and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team. Perform the initial admission nursing assessment on a newly admitted resident; assist with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews, and care plans. Maintain appropriate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, assessments, treatment, and summary of client progress. Lead and perform limited supervision of subordinate staff and assist as needed with direct resident care for the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, personal hygiene, and mobility. Conduct and participate in in-service training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff and other duties as assigned. Utilize AMS concepts and tools for problem-solving and continuous work/process improvements and efficiency. Possess knowledge of gerontological/geriatric nursing theory and practices, residents’ conditions, and changing medical/physical/psychological care needs. Understand the effects of the aging process and practices and procedures of team nursing. Develop treatment plans for resident/patient care and understand practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines. Apply and interpret federal, state, and agency laws, rules, and regulations governing general professional nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications. Observe and assess the behavior and progress of patients and develop and carry out patient care plans within a team nursing concept. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication and build interpersonal relationships. Learn, implement, and monitor AMS methods, and use AMS concepts and tools for problem-solving and continuous work/process improvement and efficiency. Preference(s)At least 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience is preferred. RequirementsActive RN license in the state of practice.