Full Time Day Shift Charge Nurse

Working Every third weekend and every other holiday.

Job Title:

Nurse -

Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse Department:

Nursing Reports To:

Director of Nursing Services Qualifications of position:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid Kansas Nursing License
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must not have been convicted of a crime rationally related to their position
• Must have ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards
• Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of all resident information
• Must be able to speak and understand the English language
• Must successfully complete the certification requirements of the licensing state (if applicable)
• Must attend and participate in continuing educational programs, as needed
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, physicians, etc.
• Must possess willingness to work harmoniously with all other staff
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioning
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow established standards of nursing practices and implement organizational policies, procedures and protocols. Interpret existing policies and procedures to nursing assistants, restorative nursing assistants, residents, families and physicians. Provide direct resident care and initiate corrective action as necessary. Assure care hand-off to other shifts to provide continuity of care. On a day-to-day basis, assure adequate staffing to meet resident needs. Conduct resident rounds frequently, reporting problems to Director of Nursing as appropriate. Initiate urgent corrective actions that promote a safe environment and fulfill resident needs. Identify safety hazards and initiate corrective action, reporting issue and outcomes to Director of Nursing. Identify resident problems and initiate emergency care as required by resident condition and advanced directive. Follow, supervise and evaluate implementation of the Residents' Rights Program. Participate in required education programs to maintain current competencies Maintain BLS certification. Provide supervision to non-licensed staff who are providing direct resident care. Serve as resource and support to other nursing staff. Attend all meetings as assigned. Follow staffing guidelines and assist when staff absences occur. Comply with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned unit. Participate in the employee evaluation process by providing information on the performance of Nursing Assistants. Administer and document direct resident care, medications and treatments per physician orders and accurately record all care provided. Promptly report changes in residents' conditions to the physician, Director of Nursing and responsible party, and take follow-up action as necessary. Follow admission, discharge and transfer procedures. Listen to resident, family, or physician concerns and initiate corrective action and/or report concerns to Nursing Supervisor. Administer and handle pharmaceuticals within regulation and law. Supervise the safe use of devices that support resident activities. Notify physician, when necessary, of changes in residents' conditions, including, but not limited to weight, abnormal laboratory/X-Ray results and any other unusual observations. Communicate effectively with residents, other nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies and ancillary service providers. Maintain a professional and caring demeanor. Practice Infection Prevention procedures as regulation requires. Follow Residents' Rights policies. Perform other related duties as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Job Title:

Nurse -

Registered Nurse Department:

Nursing Reports To:

Director of Nursing Services Qualifications of position:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid Kansas Nursing License
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must not have been convicted of a crime rationally related to their position
• Must have ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards
• Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of all resident information
• Must be able to speak and understand the English language
• Must successfully complete the certification requirements of the licensing state (if applicable)
• Must attend and participate in continuing educational programs, as needed
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, physicians, etc.
• Must possess willingness to work harmoniously with all other staff
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioning
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow established standards of nursing practices and implement organizational policies, procedures and protocols. Interpret existing policies and procedures to nursing assistants, restorative nursing assistants, residents, families and physicians. Supervise and evaluate all direct resident care and initiate corrective action as necessary. Assure care hand-off to other shifts to provide continuity of care. On a day-to-day basis, assure adequate staffing to meet resident needs. Conduct resident rounds frequently, reporting problems to Director of Nursing as appropriate. Initiate urgent corrective actions that promote a safe environment and fulfill resident needs. Identify safety hazards and initiate corrective action, reporting issue and outcomes to Director of Nursing. Identify resident problems and initiate emergency care as required by resident condition and advanced directive. Follow, supervise and evaluate implementation of the Residents' Rights Program. Participate in required education programs to maintain current competencies Maintain BLS certification. Provide supervision to Certified Nurse Aides, Certified Med Aides, and LPNs/LVNs. providing direct resident care. Serve as resource and support to other nursing staff, and provide guidance to assure quality and safe resident care. Attend all meetings as assigned. Follow staffing guidelines and assist when staff absences occur. Comply with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned unit. Participate in the employee evaluation process by providing information on the performance of Nursing Assistants. Administer and document direct resident care, medications and treatments per physician orders and accurately record all care provided. Perform and document comprehensive assessment of residents as assigned. Develop and implement an accurate comprehensive care plan based on the individual resident needs and assessment. Promptly report changes in residents' conditions to the physician, Director of Nursing and responsible party, and take follow-up action as necessary. Follow admission, discharge and transfer procedures. Listen to resident, family, or physician concerns and initiate corrective action and/or report concerns to Nursing Supervisor. Administer and handle pharmaceuticals within regulation and law. Supervise the safe use of devices that support resident activities. Notify physician, when necessary, of changes in residents' conditions, including, but not limited to weight, abnormal laboratory/X-Ray results and any other unusual observations. Communicate effectively with residents, other nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies and ancillary service providers. Maintain a professional and caring demeanor. Practice Infection Prevention procedures as regulation requires. Follow Residents' Rights policies. Perform other related duties as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Pay:

$33.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person