Job Title : Registered Nurse
FLSA / Status / Shift :
Non-Exempt / Full Time
Pay Rate : $44 - $54 DOE
Reports To :
Assistant Director of Nursing
North Auburn Rehabilitation & Care Center (a Caldera Care Facility) currently has multiple Registered Nurse (RN) positions open on days, evenings, and overnight shifts !
At North Auburn Rehabilitation & Care Center , we are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment that feels like home. Our commitment to our residents is exemplified by our team of compassionate employees. We take pride in providing top-notch care, delivering the highest standards of excellence. When a loved one comes to our facility, they will be well cared for, will feel heard, and will know that they matter. We strongly believe that the key to this is through our incredible staff! Come join our amazing team!
Essential Job Functions :
- Makes frequent rounds to note resident / patient conditions and to ensure nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
- Gives / receives the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours.
- Ensures assigned work area ( i.e. nurse station, med. Cart, medication room, etc. ), resident / patient care rooms and treatment areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Monitors supplies and orders as needed.
- Attends regularly conducted staff meetings as scheduled by the Director of Nursing / Unit Manager and participate regularly in continuing education in-service programs.
- Handles on-call responsibilities as required .
- Responsible for resident / patient care during his / her respective shift.
- Provides required patient assessments and interventions.
- Reviews care plans, at least daily, to ensure appropriate care .
- Appraises the DON / Unit Manager of resident / patient status changes in condition.
- Takes and records blood pressure and vital signs.
- Administers catheter care as required (may include catheter insertion).
- Provides respiratory care, e.g. oxygen, nebulizer treatments.
- Assists the physician in therapeutic measures, as needed.
- Participates in care plan development and attends resident / patient care conferences.
- H elps determine policies for improvement of care.
- Receives and transcribes physician orders to resident / patient charts, Kardex / Care Plan A, Medication Administration Record ("MAR"), treatment / care plans, as required .
- Prepares and administers medications and performs treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Charts nurses notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident's / patient's response to the care.
- Documents all pertinent data as required by Medicare, Medicaid, Center standards and policies.
- Completes the required forms upon admission, transfer, and / or discharge.
- Informs physician of resident / patient change of condition.
- Counts all controlled drugs with other nurse at shift change and notifies the DON / Unit Manager of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift.
- Keeps medication room and medication cart locked according to regulations. Responsible for security of keys.
- Keeps medication room and medication cart clean and orderly.
- Conducts weekly shift meetings with nursing assistants.
- Participates in the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care ("IPOC") process as assigned.
- Complies with laws and regulations applicable to position and acts in accordance with the center's Compliance Program.
- Treats all residents, visitors, and staff with courtesy.
- Attends and participates in in-service classes, performance improvement ("PI") committees, and other meetings as assigned.
- Follow center dress and hygiene policies.
- Safety o Knows and follows center rules
- Demonstrates proper use of equipment. reports equipment needs / repairs to management
- Reports and documents any incident reports or accidents of residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate center personnel
- Reports all hazardous conditions / equipment to a supervisor
- Performs duties, which may include transportation of residents as assigned in the Center Disaster Plan
- Uses required protective equipment
- Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures
Minimum Essential Requirements :
Possesses a current license to practice in the State as an RNOne year experience preferredAbility to manage and supervise nursing staffAbility to make independent decisionAbility to read, write, speak and understand EnglishMeets all health requirements, as required by lawStrong organizational skillsAbility to work with all levels of employeesAbility to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other center staffPossess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderlyKnowledge of long term rules and regulationsDemonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.Benefits :
Caldera Care offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, career growth, 401k, and other great benefits. For more information about o ur benefits please visit Careers - Caldera Care
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