Nurse - RN

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance in the responsibility for the total patient care within the nursing unit, and the management of the unit.
• Provides direct nursing care to the patients.
• Carry out administrative and patient care duties as directed by the ADON or DON.
• Supervises and assumes responsibility for the actions and care delivered by the nurse aides including monitoring and responding to all policies and procedures regarding such duties.
• Administers medication and treatment per the Physician’s orders specific to the patient.
• Instructs and observes care is implemented per the physician/clinician or based on standard of practice.
• Affords assistance and direction in the admission/discharge process of patients.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have a current license in the state in which he/she is practicing.
• Maintains Licensure (completes CE requirements) and CPR certification.
• Possesses a sincere desire to work with elderly and enjoys working directly with residents, staff and families.
• Possesses good organizational skills and follow-up when patient situations require.