Job Summary:  Provide direct nursing services, emergency first aid, and assist in coordinating needed auxiliary services for the independent residents. 

Essential Functions of the Job:

•    Must have critical thinking skills to detect changed in condition and follow protocol for urgent care. 
•    Serves as a leader of the emergency response team.
•    Must provide quality immediate care to Residents who are medically unstable or injured.
•    Demonstrate good problem solving and decision-making skills.
•    Maintain records of Residents that are treated, prepare incidents reports, and notify Family, POA and MD.
•    Collaborate with (IDT) Interdisciplinary Team to ensure appropriate follow-up and support is established.
•    Handle queries of Residents, Families and MD after a Medical Incident.
•    Demonstrate abilities to plan and organize workload. 
•    Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information. 
•    Promote excellent Customer Services to help create a positive work environment.
•    Promote Associate and Resident satisfaction.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:
•    Current Licensed Practical Nurse License
•    Minimum of 3-5 years nursing experience in Ambulatory Care or similar setting.
•    CPR Certification
 

Skills and Aptitude Required:
•    Knowledge of federal and state regulations for long-term care, assisted-living and continuing-care facilities.
•    Ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents and families.
•    Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
•    Must possess ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
•    Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
•    Ability to supervise and manage resident care.
•    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple tasks and demands.
•    Strong verbal and written communications skills.