*Education:*
Must possess, as a minimum, a nursing degree from an accredited college or university or be a graduate of an approved Registered Nurse (RN) program.
*Job Description*
* Provide oversight of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and licensed nurses as directed by the Director of Nursing.
* Consult and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized resident care plans.
* Ensure initial baseline and periodic comprehensive assessments and care plans are completed within required timeframes.
* Participate in completing sections of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment as requested.
* Facilitate physician rounds by preparing charts, flagging areas of concern and preparing physician orders for signature; document physician visits with residents.
* Initiate requests for consultations or referrals as requested.
* Report any suspicion of a crime that may have been committed to a resident in the facility.
* Perform administrative duties by completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
* Provide nursing services to residents in accordance with scope of practice, facility policies and professional standards of care.
* Monitor residents for developments of acute changes of condition including confusion, fever, difficulty breathing, increased pain, difficulty with urination, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, vision or hearing loss, general malaise or decreased range of motion (ROM); conduct assessments and notify the provider as needed.
* Other Duties as assigned by Director of Nursing.
*Skills:*
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and medication administration
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.28 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Geriatrics
Physical setting:
* Nursing home
Standard shift:
* Day shift
* Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Differential pay
* Overtime pay
Supplemental schedule:
* Holidays
* Overtime
Weekly schedule:
* 3x12
* Rotating weekends
License/Certification:
* Registered Nurse License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Mount Airy, NC 27030: Relocate before starting work (Required)
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