JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of Director of Nursing Services, is responsible for the coordination, supervision and directing the work of the CNAs and LVN Charge Nurse(s). Ensures that resident needs are met according to Federal and State regulations and Company Policy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
• Responsible for reviewing referrals in the absence of admissions or the Director of Nursing.
• Coordinates and performs patient assessments and plan of care evaluations.
• Assists LVN and CNA staff with their duties as needed.
• Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician.
• Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per Care Center and company Policy and within standards of nursing practice.
• Maintains required documentation as per Federal, State and Company Policy.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient needs. Ensures that all patient rights are protected.
• Arrives to work on time, in proper clean uniform, good personal hygiene and with nametag visible.
• Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all Federal, State and company policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
• Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Current licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing; experience in long-term care community health, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nursing desirable; knowledgeable in current State and Federal regulation.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Must be able to understand, follow, support and initiate policies and procedures of the facility. Must be able to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires standing, walking, talking, listening, grasping, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing and pulling.
• Must be able to wear gloves to guard against exposure to body fluids and cleaning agents.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move above 50 pounds with the assistance from a co-worker and/or mechanical means.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposed to moisture in showers and in other procedures. Potential for exposure to body fluids and cleaning agents. Possible contact with needles and sharp objects.
• Noise level is usually moderate.