Description
Full Time $3,000 Sign on Bonus
Salary Rage : $40.53 - $42.67- Competitive RN wages commensurate with experience
EDUCATION / TRAINING :
- Registered Nurse currently licensed by the State of New Jersey
- CPR Certification
SKILLS :
Sincere desire to work with the geriatric populationExcellent knowledge in their fieldExcellent observation skills with attention to detailAbility to anticipate the needs and moods of residents and interact with residents under all conditionsSelf-motivated with good organizational skills and an acute sense of responsibilityKnowledge of computer functions, including designated organization-approved electronic softwareExcellent communication skills with residents, staff, families and the publicAbility to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this positionEXPERIENCE :
Experience in Long Term Care nursing preferredGENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
Understanding of state and federal healthcare laws and regulationsProvide professional care to patientsPerform professional duties as determined by qualifications and trainingAssume charge of unit in absence of supervisor, if necessarySTANDARD REQUIREMENTS :
Support the Mission, Values and Vision of the Holland Christian HomeUnderstand and honor the Christian principles of the organizationDemonstrate an understanding of the Residential Living principles, including resident choice, privacy, independence, and dignity in all interactions with residentsDemonstrate an understanding of the aging process, cognitive impairments, Alzheimer's and other dementiasEnsure all assigned user ID codes and passwords for accessing resident / facility information are kept confidential; ensure the departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelinesReport known or suspected incidents of fraud to the AdministratorReport any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information systemMaintain HIPAA compliance as well as confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations dataExhibit concern for safety and well-being of staff, residents, families, and visitorsPerform standard assessmentsProtect residents and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulationsESSENTIAL DUTIES :
Observe, assess and report changes in resident's condition to immediate supervisor, attending physician, family or designated contact personCall or accept verbal orders from resident's physician and transcribe them according to policies and proceduresBe present for shift change and transfer or residents condition by the previous shift charge nurseAssure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against resident care goals and standards; make or recommend necessary adjustment to resident plan of care with their inputAdminister medications and treatments from medication cart, which is moved down the hall to each resident's room. Follow physician's orders, which are on the medication administration record. Initial M.A.R. sheetsResolve resident issues and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team approach / strategiesDocument appropriately and report any drug or treatment errors to supervisor or physician; discuss total plans of care and problem list with the MDS coordinatorOversee LPNs and CNAsAllocate staff assignments for CNAs in the absence of supervisorDocument on resident's chart relative to policy and maintain clinical records in a prescribed mannerUse appropriate and safe body technique when lifting and / or transferring residents or suppliesOperate equipment required for resident careUse mechanical equipment and assistive devices for patient handling tasks as identified, according to the individual resident Care Plan and the Safe Patient Handling Act.Assist physician during examination and / or treatment of resident if needed. Review orders with physicianAssist in training and supervising CNAsAttend scheduled meetings and continuing education programs to keep abreast of current trends in medical scienceUnderstand and apply basic principles of safetyParticipate in the Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program (QAPI)o Attend trainings to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work
o Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned
o Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts
o Collect required data for Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) purposes, as directed
OTHER DUTIES :
Timely completion of all required in-servicesMust be present for at least one mandatory annual fire drillMust participate in annual N95 Fit TestingAll other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assignedHOURS OF WORK :
As per department scheduleWeekends, if requiredRequirements
Currently licensed as an RN by the State of New Jersey
CPR certification
Must work every other weekend