Registered Nurse (RN)-SNF
Company: Sun Terrace Communities
Location: Sun City Center
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description *$5,000 Sign on bonus for full time RNs*
*Competitive Pay*
*Shift Difs*
*Attendance Incentives*
*And MORE!!*
Position Overview
Provides care to residents in accordance with care plan as directed
by physician's orders.
Basic Qualifications
Education and Certification:
RN degree (ASN minimum) from an accredited college or nursing
school; current RN licensure within the state of - practice; CPR
certification required.
Skills & Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English
language; must be involved in health care matters and - projects
with the community as needed; must have strong communication and
presentation skills in both group and - individual situations; must
be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any
situation, including difficult - ones; must be able to make
independent decisions when necessary; must have the ability to
follow nursing department guidelines as outlined by the company and
other regulations governing nursing services in a long-term care
facility; must - be able to move frequently throughout the workday;
must be able to lift 40 lbs floor to waist; lift 20 lbs waist to
shoulder; - lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40 lbs.
Experience:
Minimum one year nursing experience in a long-term care or other
health care setting; geriatrics experience preferred. Working
Conditions
Primarily works in an office setting as well as throughout the
nursing department; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves -
frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions
and possibly upset residents and family members; works - regularly
scheduled shifts in addition to weekends and holidays and other
hours based on resident needs; primary - responsibility is service
to the residents but also deals with visitors, government
personnel, etc.; participates in required - continuing education
programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious
diseases, waste, etc., including - AIDS and Hepatitis B
viruses.
Competencies of Position
Professionalism and Compassion: Reports to work on time and as
scheduled; works in unison with all staff; displays a - willingness
to help others; embraces constructive criticism; presents a
friendly and professional attitude; displays genuine - care and
concern for the residents and families; remains sensitive to the
needs of the residents; possesses the patience - necessary to
address questions and concerns of the residents or families in a
respectful manner.
Resident Rights: Promptly reports resident grievances to
supervisors; treats all resident care information with -
confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to ensure
residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at - all
times.
Organizational and Communication Skills: Ability to multi-task and
is detail-oriented; possesses the ability to - effectively
prioritize matters promptly and appropriately; understands the
importance of follow-up; has the ability to assist - LPNs and CNAs
in organizing daily tasks effectively; builds rapport with
residents and families through listening - attentively and
effectively following up; able to effectively communicate
individually or as a group; must have the ability - to communicate
effectively and respectively with CNAs, LPNs, physicians, families
and residents.
Safety Awareness: Follows safety program guidelines; immediately
reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; - identifies unsafe
working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety
by working as safely and efficiently - as possible; consistently
follows infection control and universal precautions and other
guidelines; identifies and corrects or - reports hazardous
conditions to supervisors; understands facility emergency and
evacuation protocols.
Customer Service: Treats all residents, families, co-workers,
inquiries, referral sources and supervisors with dignity and -
respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations;
professionally represents the facility, self and position to -
visitors and residents; shows genuine concern for the residents;
demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to - all
visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through
listening, observing and responding appropriately for the -
position held.
Leadership Skills : Possesses an approachable management style;
ability to solve problems and treat each situation - fairly; is
calming during a crisis situation; ability to build positive
relationships with employees and other managers; - ability to
exercise sound judgment; enables and motivates staff and provides
on-going recognition and praise.
Essential Job Duties
Successfully delivers basic nursing care to residents under in
accordance with care plans as ordered by a - physician.
Conducts on-going assessments of residents to identify care needs
and makes needed revisions to the care plan - based on changes in
resident condition.
Documents interventions and resident or family education efforts
timely and accurately.
Effectively meets all care needs of the residents through timely
completion of assigned duties.
Responsible for a wide variety of nursing administrative
duties.
Conducts rounds within the nursing department to ensure quality
care of residents.
Accurately documents nursing care notes in resident charts in a
timely manner.
Performs medication administration and IV duties in accordance with
the care plan as ordered by a physician.
Monitors progress of the residents and makes suggestions regarding
treatment plans which may further meet their - care needs.
Observes resident behavior, vital signs, symptoms, responses to
treatment and reports findings to nursing - supervisors.
Reports changes in resident conditions to the nursing
supervisors.
Completes resident incident reports upon identifying changes in the
condition of residents.
Monitors residents' skin to identify the risk of pressure sores and
promptly reports to the nursing supervisors.
Places medication and refill orders with the resident pharmacies as
needed.
Takes inventory of narcotics and monitors emergency kits.
Monitors the emotional and physical conditions of the residents to
ensure comfort and safety.
Performs shift change reports with the previous shift nurses and
ensures proper follow up.
Understands and follows proper procedures for admission, transfer
and discharge of the residents.
May assist in the recruitment, selection and orientation of
qualified team members for the Nursing Department.
Provides expectations and monitors performance of specific nursing
staff.
Directs and develops LPNs and CNAs to ensure the delivery of high
quality care and services in accordance with - all laws,
regulations and Company guidelines.
Delegates assignments and provides overall supervision to LPNs and
CNAs.
Effectively communicates policies and procedures to LPNs, CNAs,
Restorative Aides, residents, families and - physicians.
Provides overall supervision for timely responses to call lights;
responds personally as needed.
Assists in providing on-the-job training for new RNs, LPNs and
CNAs.
Assists in promoting a team environment through effectively
communicating praise and recognition with the - LPNs and CNAs.
Monitors schedule adherence of staff for lunch and rest breaks,
beginning and ending of shifts and overtime.
Monitors job performance of LPNs and CNAs and provides correction
as needed.
Other Job Duties
Monitors resident meal trays to ensure proper diet is being
served.
May participate in development and delivery of in-service training
programs.
Participates in facility and department orientation program for new
employees.
Assists with communicating new admissions with nursing staff to
ensure rooms are prepared for arrival.
Provides direct nursing care as necessary.
Promotes continuity of care through partnering with other
departments (i.e. Rehab).
Participates in discharge planning process.
Actively participates in state or federal survey processes.
May assist in performing safety in-services for nursing staff
regarding exposures to blood or body fluids, infection - control,
etc.
Assists in educating LPNs, RNs and CNAs on facility policies
regarding resident right to refuse treatments.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit
discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
laws.
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