PURPOSE:

• Facilitates expert multidisciplinary care for the residents by direction, supervision and example
• Acts as a clinical and managerial resource for all nursing units
• Manages the unit on a shift by shift basis taking the responsibility of all aspects of care in conjunction with other nursing personnel
• Cooperates with all other departments that impact the functioning of the unit
• Provides leadership in conjunction with nursing assistants, including participation in standard setting and maintenance of care standards
• Provides intermittent care and may be required to cover vacant positions when necessary
• Participates in education and development of all nursing staff

JOB DUTIES:

• Knows and implements facility policies and procedures
• Assures staff are aware of and follows facility policies and procedures
• Actively encourages the assimilation of new information and research within the nursing team
• Assists in the training and orientation of new staff members
• Maintains confidentiality at all times in all matters pertaining to resident and staff issues
• Actively recruits and selects appropriate staff
• Offers regular feedback, guidance and support to staff in accordance with unit policy

Clinical:

• Coordinates and manages the delivery of care within the unit
• Ensures the prompt initiation of appropriate treatments per physician’s orders
• Assists with and facilitates information gathering for accurate resident record entries
• Leads the implementation of procedures as provided by the standards of care
• Coordinates the transfer of residents per policy
• Maintains and develops effective communication systems within the unit and across shifts
• Assists with standard setting, protocols and quality assurance programs
• Participates in the process of clinical and record audits

Management:

• Manages resources effectively and economically
• Monitors and evaluates the standards of care and facilitates remedial action when necessary
• Assures resident care is delivered in accordance with established policies and protocols
• Assures the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with established procedures and laws
• Maintains effective communication with other departments
• Attends relevant departmental and corporate meetings as requested
• Provides internal shift coverage in the event of unplanned absence
• Assures 24-hour Charge Nurse Coverage is planned, arranged and implemented

Education and Development:

• Actively facilitates a progressive learning environment for all staff
• Participates in current programs, campaigns and classes
• Conducts and participates in competency testing
• Conducts or participates in performance reviews
• Maintains personal and professional development in accordance with state guidelines
• Knows and implements safe practices
• Participates in all required safety drills, monitors participation of all unit staff

This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be restrictive or definitive. It is subject to review and revision.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Standard shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Work Location: In person