OVERVIEW:

Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for the residents on the assigned unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Holds daily shift report with nursing assistants assigned to the unit prior to the start of the shift.
• Reviews written daily assignments for each resident on assigned unit.
• Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift
• Makes rounds on assigned residents at least once every two hours
• Administers medication and treatments according to the physician's orders.
• Assumes responsibility for ordering medications
• Assumes independent responsibility for completing required routine documentation and auditing as required
• Participates in the hiring, interviewing and orientation of nursing assistants

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Florida
• LPN License
• CPR certified