Description

Position Summary

The Charge Nurse assists residents to attain and maintain optimal functional status by contributing to the development and implementation of the nursing care delivery system. Ensures care meets all standards of care as set forth by St. Joseph Senior Living.

Reports to the Director of Nursing.

Skills and Abilities:

Must have a working knowledge of quality, geriatric nursing care. Good verbal and written communication and the ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Must maintain confidentiality and the ability to prioritize to ensure good time management.

Education and/or Experience:

Currently licensed in the State of Ohio as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. BLS certification through American Heart Association required within 3 months of hire. Skilled nursing care experience desirable. Must be computer literate to complete task(s) are required.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Provides direct nursing care to residents in their assigned area, following general nursing practices.
2. Communicates changes in resident condition with appropriate persons (i.e. family, physician, supervisor).
3. Assists in the development of resident care plans and ensures that care plan is followed.
4. Ensures care provided by STNA’s is effective.
5. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or RN Manager.

Support of SJSL Mission:

Employee knows SJSL Mission – “To help residents live to their fullest potential, recognizing the changing needs of each person.” – and delivers care, services and/or support in keeping with the intent and spirit of the Mission.

Embracing SJSL Strategic and Tactical Plans:
Employee understands SJSL service offerings, appreciates the value and importance of the delivery of said service offerings, and participates in maintaining and improving the quality and performance of SJSL services. In doing so, the Employee supports SJSL’s ability to expand and/or to enhance future service offerings.

Financial and Business Responsibilities:

While SJSL is a nonprofit corporation, SJSL must operate in a financially responsible manner to ensure its continued existence. Related, Employee acknowledges such, understand their responsibility to further SJS current and future business endeavors, and commits to safeguard SJSL’s reputation and judicially utilizes SJSL’s resources as if they were the Employee’s reputation and possessions.

Setting a Good Example:

Employee sets a good example for other employees, residents, families and visitors. The Employee is expected to present a positive, helpful, and collegial manner in working with others. Employee is to be accountable and responsible for work performed and for interactions with others.

Respect:

Employee is expected to treat others as the Employee would want to be treated.

Currently licensed in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse. BLS certification through American Heart Association required within 3 months of hire. Skilled nursing care experience desirable. Must be computer literate to complete task(s) are required. Training in IV administration preferred but will train.