Provide skilled nursing care to residents under the medical direction of the residents’ attending physician and within the scope of nursing practice for the state. Provide oversight of LPNs, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) 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. Facilitate physician rounds by preparing charts, flagging areas of concern and preparing physician orders for signature; document physician visits with residents. Monitor and assess 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. Provide nursing care that is compassionate and sensitive to residents with cognitive decline, memory loss or history of trauma, culture, language and background of the resident. Provide support and assistance with resident personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
This position is eligible for Shift differentials including:
2$/hr on PM shift
3$/hr on NOC shift
Current License