The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct nursing care to the residents while supervising the nursing activities for the assigned shift. Ensure the facility meets the minimum staffing levels for nurses and nurse aides; complete required posting of nursing staff data as required. Ensure that each resident who experiences a significant change in status is assessed using the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process. Ensure that all resident rooms, common areas, treatment areas and nurse’s stations are maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.Verify resident census accuracy and report new admissions, discharges, leaves of absence and bed-holds per facility policies; document census as established for billing and clinical purposes.Assist with safe and orderly resident transfers and discharges in accordance with facility policies. Audit nursing documentation in the clinical record for appropriate and relevant entries.Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.Communicate with primary care physician and members of the comprehensive care planning team regarding the status of residents; follow up on critical labs, order requests and physician notifications. Other duties as assigned.