RN/LPN Charge Nurse 3P-11P Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

RN/LPN Charge Nurse 3P-11P Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation – 3.2

West Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$56.4K – $70.2K a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications RN License LPN Entry level Full Job Description Full Time Only, 3PM -11PM Opus is looking quality Nurses to join our team. New Nurses welcome, training provided. Opus is a beautiful 98 bed SNF located in West Columbia, SC. Outstanding and competitive benefits (including 401k) for FT employees are available

Purpose of Your Job Position:

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide primary care to specific residents under the medical direction and supervision of the residents’ attending physicians or the Medical Director of the facility, with an emphasis on assessment, illness prevention and health care management. You will also assist in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the physical and psycho social needs of the resident, in accordance with established medical practices and the requirements of this state and the policies and goals of this facility.

Delegation of Authority:

As Nurse, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Job Duties and Requirements:

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions Confer with the Medical Director and the attending physician regarding specific residents assigned to you. Consult with the physician concerning resident evaluation and assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning and developing the nursing services to be performed for the resident. Initiate requests for consultation or referral. Respond to requests from the resident, physician, or nursing staff. Examine the resident and his/her records and charts to distinguish between normal and abnormal findings in order to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional or mental problems. Determine when to refer the resident to a physician for evaluation, supervision, or directions. Perform administrative duties regarding assigned residents, such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc. Implement and maintain established policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety and environmental and infection control. Interpret these to the physician, resident, family members, and public, as appropriate. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the Administrator concerning the status and care of the assigned resident. Participate in the planning and evaluation of the written policies and procedure that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.

Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

In person