What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Weekend Doubles (83095) position at Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Bastrop?
The RN Charge Nurse will assist in ensuring the provision of quality care that promotes the highest practicable physical, mental and psychological well-being of each resident as determined by resident assessments and individual plans of care.
Essential Functions
During rounds observes, assess, documents, and reports resident condition/changes
Assures implementation of care plans as directed
Administers medications as prescribed
Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records
Perform narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts
Identify significant changes in the condition of residents and takes necessary action per facility policies and procedures
Oversees and monitors aides
Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports per facility policy
Discharge residents per facility policy
Must complete Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls prior to calling physician on any change in resident condition
Communicate with resident’s point of contact when they ask for a status update or if there is a change in condition
Other special projects or functions can be assigned at times by the Director of Nurses and/or the Administrator
Educational/Training Requirements
Has completed a RN program at an accredited vocational school, college, or university
Licensing Requirements
Must be an active Registered Nurse in the state of Texas in good standing
Experience Requirements
Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.