Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Plantation Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - 1.0 Plantation, FL Job Details Part-time | Full-time 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Nursing RN License Clinical instruction Hiring Patient education Medical treatment implementation Teaching Full Job Description Job Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY

The RN is responsible for assessing the clinical condition and determining the nursing care requirements of the residents in an assigned unit. The RN assigns, supervises and directs the delivery of nursing care by the individuals, according to the physician's orders and established policies and standards of care. The RN is directly responsible to the Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor or Administration, and keeps them informed of all pertinent information concerning the resident's condition.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Gives the quality of nursing care, which meets the standards for nursing practice of Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Adheres to Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's policies and procedures. Knows the purpose, expected results, and the safety factors involved in the nursing care he/she administers. Utilizes her knowledge and skills in giving safe nursing care. Assumes responsibility for fulfilling the activities of the job. Protects confidentiality of information concerning the residents or nursing home affairs except to authorized personnel. Self-direction in learning and/or improving the abilities needed in the job. Participates in studies related to nursing practice. Participates in the in-service education program of the nursing home. Evaluates resident care and making recommendations for the improvement of the care. Maintains a professional level of conduct. Accepts direction, supervision and evaluation of performance. Economical use of time, efforts and material. 4. Assists the Charge Nurse with the overall management of the Nursing Unit, including monthly orders, renewals, monthly summaries, and other data as required by Nursing Administration.

ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY STANDARDS

1. Functions as a Charge Nurse in charge of a nursing unit as assigned and assigns duties to aides and orderlies. 2. Contributes to the implementation of the philosophy and purpose of nursing. 3. Issues warning notices to employees under supervision without prior approval for employee violations of nursing home personnel policies or other improper conduct. 4. May suspend an employee and recommends termination for serious infractions. 5. Supervises the performance of aides and orderlies and responds to their complaints or suggestions as indicated. 6. Authorizes employees to leave work early. 7. Moves employees from unit to unit as needed. 8. Evaluates employee's physical and mental capacity to perform their job each day and takes appropriate action when an employee is not able to properly perform. 9. Assists in the identification and evaluation of problems and their solutions. 10. Promotes and insures conformity with departmental policies and procedures. 11. Participates in the hiring and firing process. 12. Assists in carrying out other related duties as designated by the Director of Nursing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Registered Nurse Licensure:

Licensed in the State of Florida Attendance at educational programs designed to continue professional growth is essential. Knowledge of the principals of physical, biological, and social sciences plus their application to resident care. Manipulative skills are required in performing a variety of therapeutic procedures. Technical skills are also required plus recognition of cardinal symptoms, reactions to treatments, and changes in a patient's condition. Teaching skills are essential for instructing patients and nursing associates. Must have physical stamina and emotional maturity. Must be dependable and must be prompt. Must maintain a neat appearance, exhibited by proper uniform, nursing cap and name pin. A cap remains optional. Must be able to accept and support change. Must be alert. Must be interested in learning. Must be courteous. Must be able to accept and offer constructive criticism in a mature fashion. Skin test and/or chest x-ray and physical examination required. Must be able to move and lift residents. Must have adequate hearing and vision. Must be able to supervise non-professional workers when they are assigned for direction. Constant contact with residents, visitors and co-workers. Freedom from illegal use of drugs, and freedom from use and effects of the use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Job Types:

Part-time, Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

RN:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

RN (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person