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NURSES !!! RN or LPN / MONDAY THRU FRIDAY !!Alternating Holidays
FULL TIME SIGN ON BONUS IS $5,000.00
All shifts considered
LPN - $28.00 -$35.00
RN - $34.00 - $42.00
Plus Generous Shift Differentials
SUMMARY:
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY:
As an LPN/RN, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibilities and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
EMPLOYMENT AT WILL:
Employment with Fahrney-Keedy is “at will”. Either the associate or Fahrney-Keedy may terminate the employment relationship for any reason at any time without notice, regardless of the length of employment or the granting of benefits of any kind, including but not limited to benefits which provide for vesting based on length of service.
CONFIDENTILITY:
Fahrney-Keedy associates recognize that Fahrney-Keedy has and will have information regarding financial, personal and medical affairs and other vital information (collectively, “information”) which are valuable, special and unique assets of Fahrney-Keedy. Associates agree that they will not at any time or in any manner solicit, collect or divulge any Information to any third party without the prior written consent of Fahrney-Keedy. This information is Company property which may not be disclosed outside the facility unless properly released for publication. Associates will protect the Information and treat it as strictly confidential. Associates should not discuss Fahrney-Keedy affairs with others
JOB FUNCTION:
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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician within the specified time frames and according to established policy. | ||
Document acceptance and/or refusal of medications per policy. | ||
Administer medications orally, topically, by feeding tube, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or rectally as specified per physician’s order. | ||
Administer all physician ordered nourishments. | ||
Assess and observe residents for drug interactions and adverse reactions. | ||
Assess need for PRN medications; assess and record effectiveness of administered dose. | ||
Verify the identity of the resident before administering medication. | ||
Ensure that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another. | ||
Ensure that an adequate supply of medications for assigned residents, floor stock medications, supplies and equipment are on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. | ||
Maintain medicine cart in a neat, clean and orderly manner. | ||
Order prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as necessary and in accordance with Fahrney-Keedy and pharmacy policies. | ||
Count narcotics accurately for the shift and document. | ||
Dispose of drugs and narcotics as required and in accordance with established procedures. | ||
Treatment Administration Ratings: 3 = Exceeds Expectations 2 = Meets Expectations 1 = Needs Improvement | Annual Evaluation Date: ____/____/____ | Notes: |
Perform sterile and clean dressing changes as ordered and per facility policy; label, date and initial dressings. | ||
Assess wound appearance, stage, drainage, size and document on skin grid per policy. | ||
Administer tube feedings per physician’s orders (continuous or bolus) and flushes per physician’s order and policy. | ||
Insert/change urinary catheters (Foley and suprapubic) per physician’s orders and policy. | ||
Irrigate Foley catheters per physician’s orders and policy. | ||
Insert/change gastric tubes per physician’s orders and policy. | ||
Administer oxygen and respiratory treatments. | ||
Change oxygen tubing and other respiratory equipment per policy. | ||
Perform Colostomy Care as ordered. | ||
Administer douches and enemas as ordered. | ||
Assess and document resident’s response to treatments and procedures. | ||
Charting & Documentation | ||
Complete required electronic documentation upon resident’s admission, transfer and discharge. | ||
Ensure that attending physicians review, record and sign their progress notes and orders in accordance with policies. | ||
Receive telephone orders from physicians and record accurately. | ||
Transcribe physician’s orders to residents’ electronic charts, MAR, TAR, ADL and Lab books accurately. | ||
Electronically chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident as well as the resident’s response to care. Review previous nurses’ notes to assure continuity and follow-up. | ||
Electronically chart all reports of accidents, incidents and change of condition. | ||
Complete incident report for all accidents and injuries – witnessed or unwitnessed; initiate unwitnessed injury investigation when indicated. | ||
Electronically record new or changed diet orders and forward information to Dietary Department. | ||
Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician’s orders, diet changes, charting errors, etc. Complete Medication Error Reports as indicated. | ||
Electronically document medication and treatment administration and refusal and response to drugs per facility policy. Report refusal of medications to physicians. | ||
Notify the scheduler when you will be late or absent from work – at least two hours prior to your shift start time. | ||
Report work-related injuries or illnesses and/or occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials and hazardous chemicals to the supervisor. | ||
Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the supervisor. | ||
Participate in employee performance evaluations, providing information on the performance of GNA’s and CMA’s to the Director of Nursing. | ||
Develop and maintain a good working rapport with intradepartmental and interdepartmental staff to ensure that Nursing Services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. | ||
Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the supervisor. | ||
Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the supervisor. | ||
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempts to access the facility’s information system to the supervisor. | ||
Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines. | ||
Safety & Infection Control | ||
Observe and follow established infection control policies and procedures; ensure that staff follows procedures and that par levels of personal protective devices are available. | ||
Ensure that the nursing unit is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. | ||
Ensure that residents’ rooms and common areas are maintained in a clean, safe, sanitary manner. | ||
Participate in all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. | ||
Follow established safety regulations for the use of equipment and supplies and ensure that staff follow established policies for their use. | ||
Report broken or damaged equipment and supplies and complete online TELS work orders as indicated. | ||
Participate in Fall Risk Management program and other specialty programs and ensure GNA’s and CMA’s are aware of residents at risk. | ||
Institute appropriate infection control procedures when residents require specific precautions and/or isolation. | ||
Practice appropriate handwashing and use of hand sanitizer at all times. |
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate may encounter while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
RESIDENT RIGHTS:
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
PRIOR/RELATED EXPERIENCE:
PHYSICAL & SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices):
ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
I have read this job description and fully understand that the requirements set forth therein have been determined to be essential to this position. I hereby accept the position and agree to perform the tasks outlined in the job description in a safe manner and in accordance with he facility’s established procedures. I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals and that the facility will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures. I further understand that I may also be exposed to the Hepatitis B Virus and that the facility will make available to me, free of charge, the Hepatitis B vaccination. I also understand I may not release/disclose protected health or facility information without proper authorization.
Full Time
$78k-98k (estimate)
03/21/2024
05/20/2024
fkmh.org
Santa Clara, CA
25 - 50