Registered Nurse (RN)

Summary

Review, communicate and contribute to the day-to-day functions of the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)

Provide medications by mouth, subcutaneous or intramuscular injections as ordered

Complete wound care as ordered to improve skin integrity

Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift for continuity of care

Communicate with family members of residents as needed in the event of receiving new orders, a change in condition or a simple check-in to ensure the resident is safe, well, and content

Participate and shine in center surveys (inspections)

Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident’s discharge plans

Admit, transfer, and discharge residents

Complete accident/incident reports as necessary

Chart in electronic files using Point Click Care in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as residents' responses to care

Receive telephone orders from physicians on duty

Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary

Ensure that narcotics are handled in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations

Participate in associate performance evaluations and make recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor

Develop work assignments

Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure resident safety is a Top Priority

Meet with the nursing personnel on your shift a regularly to improve services

Administer professional services such as catheterizations, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, etc.

Attend and participate in all center in-service programs as required

Maintain professional competence through participation in continuing education programs, seminars, and training programs

RN

Qualifications

Must hold a current and valid RN license in the state employed

CPR