REGISTERED NURSE – NURSING SERVICES
POSITION SUMMARY:
Supervises nursing services and directs resident care in accordance with good nursing practice and applicable state and federal regulations. Oversees the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants and LPNs while ensuring quality resident care.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Current Pennsylvania RN license or temporary work permit required at the time of interview.
- BLS (AHA) certification required.
- COVID vaccination required.
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
- Nursing home/long-term care experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of medical asepsis, body mechanics, resident personal care, equipment use, observation techniques, reporting, and documentation.
- Knowledge of nursing theory and its application.
- Ability to follow written and verbal directives.
- Strong communication and observation skills.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and respond effectively to emergency situations.
- Professional and courteous manner when working with residents, families, visitors, and coworkers.
- Commitment to meeting the needs of elderly residents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Administer and document medications, treatments, glucose checks, and other monitoring as ordered.
- Accurately transcribe physician orders.
- Complete monthly summaries and update resident care plans.
- Monitor and report significant changes in resident condition.
- Communicate resident transfers and complete required transfer documentation.
- Assist physicians with rounds, examinations, and treatments.
- Collect and properly document laboratory specimens.
- Supervise and direct nursing assistants to ensure the prescribed plan of care is followed.
- Monitor nursing assistant documentation for completeness and compliance.
- Provide direct resident care as needed.
- Assist with orientation and training of new nursing staff.
- Adjust staffing assignments as needed to support quality resident care.
- Conduct team conferences as needed.
- Assist with nursing assistant evaluations.
- Complete incident reports accurately.
- Document vital signs, weights, and follow-up care as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation and resident records.
- Count and document controlled medications according to policy.
- Maintain resident belongings inventory.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Report safety hazards and submit maintenance requests as needed.
- Attend care plan conferences, in-services, staff meetings, and committee meetings as required.
- Assist CNAs and other nursing staff as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EMR/EHR:
- Experience with electronic medical records/documentation systems.
DRESS CODE:
- Any-color scrubs.
- Clean, closed-toe shoes in good repair.
- Clean and professional appearance.
- Cardigans or vests permitted.
- No large or dangling jewelry.
- No heavy perfumes.
- Name tag worn daily.
- No short or jogging pants.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Good physical health and mental alertness to perform job responsibilities.
- Ability to complete required physical/employment assessments.
- Knowledge of proper body mechanics.
- Ability to safely perform assigned nursing duties.
- Must meet applicable health and safety requirements.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
- Active Pennsylvania RN license or temporary work permit required at time of interview.