A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Reports to the Health & Rehab Administrator and/or the Director of Nursing
SIGN-ON BONUS
$5,000 JOB SUMMARY To perform routine nursing duties and assist with other related duties involved in providing patient care to residents. Duties my include explaining programs offered by the Nursing Home to individuals. Work is performed under the administrative supervision of a licensed physician. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates resident care for an assigned group of residents. Documents resident condition, treatments, and care given. Responsible for supervision of all nursing staff on the assigned shift.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited RN program. Minimum Work Experience A minimum of two years RN experience in an acute healthcare or skilled nursing setting is preferred.
License/Certification:
Current Registered Nurse license to practice in Tennessee. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
STANDARD CORE COMPETENCES
Mission/Vision Core Values/Standards of Conduct AIDET/Organizational Expectations Safety Quality Communication Flexibility Customer Service Diversity and Inclusion Finance Abuse and Neglect of Adult Patient Abuse and Neglect of Pediatric Patient Acute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain Protocols Biohazard Waste CC Hand Hygiene
JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCES
Department Specific Specialty Area:
Nursing Home Excellent customer service/interpersonal skills; adept at working with diverse patient populations Effective communications, verbal and written skills Knowledge Working knowledge of the universal patient safety standards, safety and quality regulations, government agencies rules and regulations (CMS, OIG, HIPAA) Demonstrable knowledge of empathy needs of patients Knowledge of patient rights Behavior/Abilities Must be able to pass all required health and other related screening tests Must demonstrate ability and positive behavior conducive to a structured team environment Self-directing; ability to work with little direct supervision Natural ability to treat patients, co-workers, employees, and visitors with the utmost respect and courtesy Knowledge of physical ailments associated with aging, and with mental impairments such as Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides prescribed quality and safe; compassionate, and empathic nursing care to patients. Interviews patients or relatives to obtain appropriate patient health history and/or immunization status. Monitors patients' conditions and assess their vital signs, noting any physical or mental decline and reporting back to the doctor. Administers medications and other treatments and helps patients manage common age-related conditions such as incontinence, sleep disturbances or loss of mobility. Performs screening tests as required based on standards prepared by education and experience. Administers injections and medications according to HMC policy and procedures. Adheres to the nurse practice act. Prepares, administers, and records immunizations and medications as regulatory agency policies permits. Maintains patient charts, documents patient records, and prepares oral reports. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. Maintains hospital standards for clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience Demonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures for disposing of used supplies Demonstrates working knowledge of transferring and repositioning patients Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities Adheres to infection-control policies, practices protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards Maintains compliance with HMC policies including established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, CMS standards and /or standards from approved accrediting agencies. Complies with HMC and regulatory policies regarding confidential patient information (HIPAA)
OTHER DUTIES
Performs other required duties and special project work as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Prolonged periods of standing and walking Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds during a scheduled work shift. Must be able to see with corrective eye wear Must be able to hear clearly with assistance May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases Able to handle emergency and/or crisis situations May be required to wear protective equipment as necessary Transferring, repositioning patients. Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions. Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment. Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests, including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
Pay:
$27.00 - $39.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
