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- RN Required
POSITION SUMMARY:
Supervises and coordinates activities of nursing personnel engaged in nursing services to insure resident's needs are met in accordance with professional standards of practice, physician orders, center policies and procedures, and state, federal and local guidelines.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
* Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a RN/LPN in this state.
* Must have I.V. certification, medicare experience .
* Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
* Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
* Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
* Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care. * Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
* Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
* Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
*Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
*Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
* Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
* Experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long term care facility, or other related health care facility a plus.
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY:
The incumbent is delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties. In the absence of the Director of Nursing, the incumbent is charged with carrying out the resident care policies established by this facility, and work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (as designated).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors. Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.). Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs.
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