Registered Nurse

• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility
• Must complete all administrative functions as outlined in the job description
• Must be able to perform all tasks as a RN pertaining to the Drug Administration tasks of the job, as outlined in the job description
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques
• Ensure that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another
• Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents
• Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor
• Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions
• Greet newly admitted residents upon admission
• Escort them to their rooms as necessary and participate in their orientation to the facility
• Make rounds with physicians as necessary
• Consult with the resident’s physician in providing the resident’s care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing service department
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested
• Periodically review the resident’s written discharge plan
• Participate in the updating of the resident’s written discharge plan as required
• Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident’s discharge plan as necessary
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required
• Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary
• Ensure accurate charting and documentation including but not limited to completing and filing required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, transfer, and/or discharge
• Encourage attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies
• Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians’ Order Form
• Transcribe physician’s orders to resident charts, cardex, medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required
• Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to the care
• Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
• Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and determines progress of patient
• May serve as leader for group of personnel rendering nursing care to number of patients
• Must maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information
• Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information
• and adhere to Resident’s rights
• Performs other work related and nursing care functions / duties as assigned or requested
• Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects JML’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN program
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active RN license to practice as an RN in this state
• BLS / CPR and AED Program Certification is required
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and meet all other physical and sensory requirements of the job

Sign on Bonus Eligible