RN** UNIT MANAGER

Lutheran Services Carolinas
Job Description
Job Title: Charge Nurse
Supervisor (title): Director of Nursing Services
Department: Nursing
Approved by:
Date: 7/30/19
Position Purpose/Summary: The primary purpose of the Charge Nurse is to provide direct nursing care to the residents, and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants and medication aides. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern LSC facilities, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services or Nurse Supervisor to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Essential Functions: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
The charge nurse, in accordance with Federal and State standards and regulations, LSC and facility policies, objectives, and philosophies, effectively:
1. Directs the day-to-day functions of nursing personnel on the neighborhood, as assigned.
2. Coaches and trains nursing personnel to comply with policies and standards as indicated; and assist with orientation and mentoring of new employees. Participate in performance evaluation process.
3. Develops and/or assists with completing consistent work assignments.
4. Completes required documentation in the electronic medical record, as applicable, including nursing assessments, discharges, physicians’ orders, nurses’ notes, incident and accident reporting, medication errors and adverse drug reactions.
5. Prepares and administers medications, as assigned, including PO, IM, Subq, and IV medications following the six rights of medication administration.
6. Supervises and works with medication aides in accordance with state law.
7. Administers annual flu vaccinations, pneumonia vaccinations, and tuberculin skin tests, as required.
8. Ensures accuracy of narcotic count for assigned shift and reports discrepancies to nursing supervisor; ensures security of drug rooms and carts following established guidelines for storage of drugs and biologicals.
9. Arranges for diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered by physician per facility protocol.
10. Consults with physician in providing resident’s care, makes rounds with physician if necessary.
11. Participates in resident care plan, as indicated, working with interdisciplinary team to ensure nursing services12. Meets with residents and/or family members as necessary; follows up on grievances following the LSC Guaranteed Fair Treatment process. Monitors nursing care to ensure all residents are treated with dignity, kindness and respect.
13. Ensures an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies and equipment is on hand; knowledge of emergency drug kit procedures; ensures Emergency Crash cart is stocked and ready.
14. Administers professional services as required, including but not limited to:
 Catheterization and care, IV care, tube feedings, dressing changes, ostomy care, etc.
 Obtaining specimens for lab testing
 Use of glucometer, PT/INR machine, bladder scanner
 Respiratory services
15. Follows LSC procedures regarding notification of supervisor, physician and responsible party if there is a significant change in resident’s condition. Ensures advance directives are carried out and palliative care provided as ordered and directed; notifies family of death and ensures post-mortem procedures are followed.
16. Reports possible abuse or crimes against a resident immediately.
17. Reports any exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous chemicals; report near-miss accidents and accidents with or without injury as soon as possible to supervisor.
18. Practices safe infection control standards, safe use of equipment including lifts, and follows emergency procedures as instructed.
19. Honors resident choice, allowing resident to direct their own care and make personal choices regarding daily schedules, activities, etc.
20. Participates in educational programs and completes in-service training as required.
21. Reflects LSC’s mission, vision, values and customer service standards in daily interactions.
22. Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities, if any:
Supervisors nursing team including Nursing Assistants, Restorative Nursing, and Medication Aides, as assigned.
Qualifications (Minimum Job Requirements): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the job:
Education: Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program.
Experience: None required.
Specific skills/abilities:
1. Remains cordial and tactful at all times, and encourages optimal communication with residents, families, peers, and others; maintains confidentiality.
2. CPRSpecialized knowledge, licenses, etc: Must be a licensed nurse in the state of North Carolina (Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse).
Preferences (Optional):
1. Registered nurse with one to two years experience preferred.
2. Computer skills preferred; must have ability or willingness to learn to complete resident documentation electronically.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
1. Physical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 35 pounds; and occasionally lifting weights up to 50 pounds.
2. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported.
3. May require occasional bending, squatting, or reaching repeatedly.
4. Able to assist in the repositioning and transferring of individuals of varying weights following established safe lifting procedures.
5. Ambulatory throughout the facility.
This job description is not an employment contract. Lutheran Services Carolinas reserves the right to alter the job description at any time without notice.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38 - $43