RN - Day & NOC

Wage starting at $51 for Day Shift and $58 for NOC shift on a 3-12 schedule with a 3-month rotation for a great work/life balance.

About the Role

The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during your tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility. You may also be required by the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing activities in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating written policies and procedures for the nursing service department.
• Ensure reference materials (e.g., PDRs, regulations, professional standards) are current and recommend additional materials as needed.
• Maintain and update the Nursing Service Procedures Manual to reflect current procedures.
• Ensure all nursing service personnel comply with procedures in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual.
• Make written and oral reports to the Director concerning the operation of the nursing service department.
• Periodically review department policies, procedure manuals, and job descriptions, and recommend revisions.
• Coordinate nursing services with other resident services to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure all nursing service personnel comply with their respective job descriptions.
• Participate in the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections by authorized government agencies.
• Review and update residents’ written discharge plans as required.
• Plan the nursing services portion of residents’ discharge plans.
• Meet with nursing staff and support personnel to plan department services and activities.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
• Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
• Interpret department policies to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, and charting.
• Protect resident and facility information by not disclosing user IDs, passwords, or protected health information.
• Attend and participate in facility committee meetings (e.g., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assessment).
• Prepare reports for committees as directed.
• Ensure sufficient licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and certified nursing assistants are available for your shift.
• Develop work assignments and delegate administrative authority to Charge Nurses.
• Ensure nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved training program.
• Supervise nurse aide trainees under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel perform duties according to standards.
• Monitor absenteeism to maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Review complaints and grievances from department personnel.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with inter-department personnel.
• Create a positive and calm environment for residents and staff.
• Meet regularly with your shift to address and correct problem areas.
• Review and evaluate department work force and make staffing recommendations.
• Participate in employee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
• Report suspected fraud or unauthorized access to facility information systems.
• Inform nursing staff of new admissions, room assignments, and resident arrivals.
• Greet and escort newly admitted residents to their rooms.
• Make rounds with physicians and encourage timely documentation of progress notes and orders.
• Consult with residents, families, and physicians to plan care, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Notify attending physicians and next-of-kin of changes in residents’ conditions.
• Visit residents daily to observe and evaluate their physical and emotional status.
• Ensure direct nursing care is provided by qualified personnel.
• Review nurses’ notes for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide direct nursing care as necessary, including starting IVs, obtaining specimens, and taking vitals.
• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules for accuracy.
• Review medication cards for completeness and adherence to policies.
• Inspect nursing service treatment areas daily for cleanliness and safety.
• Ensure residents who cannot call for help are checked frequently.
• Meet with residents and family members as needed and report problems to the Director.
• Assist in arranging transportation for discharged residents.
• Inform family members of resident deaths and assist with funeral home arrangements.
• Participate in developing and conducting in-service training classes.
• Assist in planning annual facility in-service training programs (e.g., OSHA, TB, HIPAA, Abuse Prevention).
• Plan clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees.
• Attend continuing education programs to maintain licensure and stay current with professional changes.
• Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the nursing service department.
• Identify and classify job-related functions with potential exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Ensure personnel with potential exposure receive appropriate in-service training.
• Maintain an adequate supply of personal protective equipment.
• Monitor staff compliance with safety regulations for equipment and supplies.

Pay

Starting wage of $51 per shift for Day Shift and $58 per shift for NOC shift.

Schedule

3-12 hour shifts with a 3-month rotation for work/life balance.