RN

Job Purpose Summary :

Responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of all nursing care prescribed and provided to the resident. Provides prescribed medical treatments and care to the residents in the nursing community by performing the following duties :

• Provides services in accordance with nurse practice act, state / federal regulations and nursing community policies and procedures.
• Performs and documents resident assessments on admission and on a continuing basis, as necessary.
• Monitors and documents change in health status through continuing assessment of the resident.
• Reviews / revises assessments and care plans at admission, periodically per regulation, and at change in resident physical, mental or psychosocial condition.
• Observes resident care needs, initiates nursing interventions and evaluates outcomes. Report resident physical and psychosocial status to nursing staff, physicians, resident's families and other departments, as appropriate.
• Transcribes and carries out physician's orders, as appropriate.
• Administers medications, as prescribed by a physician. Monitors resident for therapeutic results and side effects.
• Administers treatments and special procedures as prescribed by a physician.
• Completes all medical record documentation as required by accepted standards of nursing practice, federal and state guidelines.
• Assists physician as necessary during rounds and examination or treatment of residents.
• Actively participates in the care plan process.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living, as necessary.
• Assists residents with meeting their nutritional / hydration needs.
• Assists the residents regarding regaining lost abilities and to maximize their strengths, to assist in creating an atmosphere of independence.
• Supervise and participate in resident programming.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident's private health information.
• Offers emotional support to residents' families, e.g., during admission adjustment, the grief process, coping with chronic illness and working with the cognitively impaired resident and his / her family.
• Acts as a team leader. Directs and supervises tasks of non-professional staff to assure quality of nursing care is maintained.
• Assists with the evaluation of staff. Initiates disciplinary action, as needed.
• Participates in community in-service programs by attending scheduled in-services, suggesting in-service topics, teaching other staff on an informal and formal basis, as required.
• Organizes workday according to accepted routines and prioritizes activities.
• Understands and implements the Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Plan and evacuation procedures of the community during drills and emergencies.
• Follow all safety, security, infection control, Universal Precautions and Hazardous Material policies and procedures. Performs all tasks to assure resident and personal safety and the protection of co-workers and community property.
• Interacts with residents, guests and staff in an atmosphere of hospitality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge and skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirements and Experience :

Knowledge and Competencies :

Must have basic knowledge of computers. Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws and state / federal regulations concerning dementia care and skilled nursing care in West Virginia. Knowledge of the concepts of aging and concerns of the elderly. Conduct job duties in accordance with clinical standards of practice and standards. Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the public. Leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Organizes work to complete job tasks in a timely manner. Responds promptly to change in workload, adjusting assignments to achieve optimal productivity and efficiency. Verbal ability to express ideas and views effectively. Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in community.

Environmental Adaptability :

Works primarily indoors in a climate-controlled setting. May have exposure to unpleasant odors. Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual. Possible exposure to infections, diseases and blood borne pathogens. Continuous exposure to residents who are ill, confused, irrational and irritable. May have exposure to residents, family members and staff who are emotionally upset. May need to work beyond a normal working hour day, weekends and holidays, as necessary.

Physical Requirements :

Mobility is necessary to stand, sit, walk, use hands, fingers, stoop and crouch or kneel to interact with residents, staff and families at least 60 percent of the time. Talking, hearing, smelling, concentration, attention to detail, vision close and distance over 60 percent of the time. Lifting objects up to 10 pounds over 60 percent of the time and over 50 pounds less than 30 percent of the time.

Disclaimer :

This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed above are the only duties to be performed by the person in this position. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other duties which are job related as they arise. All requirements are subject to possible modifications to provide the best care and services to the residents of the center and community. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand this position description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason and the employer has a similar right. I understand that a two-week notice of termination is preferred by the employee of this position but may be waived by the employer if warranted.