Charge Nurse - Afternoon Shift

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise nursing activities at the nursing station on each shift; organize and assign jobs to be accomplished on each shift based upon resident population, staff qualifications, and physical structure make rounds to observe and evaluate physical, emotional, and social needs of residents; prepare and administer medications; chart as required; give treatments; consult with physicians; communicate with Director of Nursing and staff.

The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATION:

LICENSE/REGISTRATION: Hold a current, unencumbered license in this state as a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse or licensed practical nurse. Registered with the State Board of Registration in Ohio.

CONTINUING EDUCATION: As required to retain license and registration

EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of a state approved school of vocational/practical or professional nursing.

EXPERIENCE: At least six months as a staff nurse in a long-term facility.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

STANDARDS: Nursing policies and procedures; administration of medication, possible side effects, and treatment as prescribed; federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to resident care; comprehensive knowledge of nursing practices; physical, psychological, social, and medical needs of residents; organizational structure and duties of employees under supervision of charge nurse.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Recommended and encouraged.

OTHER: Competence in supervision, leadership, caring attitude, observant, maintain good working relationship, judgment, and emotional stability.

FUNCTIONS:

1. Responsible for nursing care of residents during shift.
2. Recognize significant changes in conditions of residents during your shift and apprise the attending physician} family Director of Nursing and Administer.
3. Provide direct nursing care and/or supervise nursing personnel in duties and routines to achieve the underlying goal of quality nursing care through continuity.
4. Supervise direct resident care personnel on your shift.
5. Prepare and administer or supervise preparation and administration of medications and prescribed treatment.
6. Participate in the maintenance of communication systems through accurate recording and reporting or resident information.
7. Various inventory of drugs covered by Controlled Substances Act of 1970.
8. Provide leadership and guidance to personnel, evaluate performance, and discuss progress and needs for improvement.
9. Review time schedules and take appropriate steps for fill in for call offs. Notify Director of Nursing of any changes.
10. Supervise LPN's and NA's in performing duties by checking their work closely to be sure assignments have been completed.
11. Supervise and assist with mealtimes.
12. Ensure individual Resident Assessment and Care Plans are followed.
13. Strive to maintain a safe environment.
14. Ensure that proper infection control procedures are followed.
15. Participate in staff meetings.
16. Be sensitive to resident families and respond in an appropriate professional manner.
17. Order medications.
18. Relate well to residents, co-workers, family members and the public while maintaining a thorough understanding of all resident rights and HIPAA.

NOTE: This job description is a general description of the duties and responsibilities of this position and is not to be interpreted as a complete list of duties and requirements for this Position.