$3,000 Sign on Bonus for all RN's
SUMMARY:
Provides quality nursing services to meet the needs of each resident by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Other duties as assigned.

1. Makes daily rounds on assigned unit at least at beginning and at end of shift to observe, examine,
and/or interview residents to verify information f rom off -going shift, to monitor regulatory compliance
and to determine staff assignments. Physically assesses new admissions and residents for changes
in condition or as required by regulation.

2. Ensures provision of resident care. This includes but is not limited to: developing appropriate and
consistent care assignments with modifications, as necessary; monitoring care given and t ask
completion; and providing care by taking/recording vital signs, food intake and output, properly
administering medication, and using medical equipment and supplies, as needed.

3. Regularly assists with care plans to promote the highest level of resident physical, social and mental
well-being. This includes but is not limited to: communicating care plan details, goals and
approaches; reviewing compliance; consulting with interdisciplinary team; obtaining input regarding
resident conditions, functional abilities, preferences, and alternative approaches to care.

4. Ensures proper communication of resident care matters. This includes but is not limited to: timely
informing residents, physicians, family/legal representative(s), and/or other proper persons in the
event of an accident/incident, injury, change(s) in condition, room or roommate, treatment, or need to
transfer or discharge.

5. Trains and develops staff by assisting with orientation of new staff and/or temporary employees to
unit, observing skills of nursing personnel, identifying learning needs, and maximizing teaching
opportunities.

6. Maintains proper documentation. This includes but is not limited to: completing required
documentation of care and services delivered during shift, assessments, special circumstances,
change(s) in condition, and accident/incident reports.

7. Reports relevant information to the Director of Nursing/designee including but not limited to:
interdisciplinary team functioning and communication; regulatory compliance issues; resident risk
factors; changes in resident behavior; expressed dissatisfaction by resident or family; refusals of
treatment, injuries, staff behavior, staffing needs, equipment and supply needs.

8. Participates with Director of Nursing/designee in survey processes. This includes but is not limited to:
assisting with survey readiness, staff conduct and disclosure, responses to requests for information,
and plans of correction and corrective action.

9. Provides for employee and resident safety. This includes but is not limited to: monitoring staff for
compliance with OSHA, hazard communication, and blood borne pathogens; in cases of workplace

10. Performs quality assessment and assurance functions and ensures that all duties performed comply
with the standards established by the quality assessment and assurance program.

11. Assists with development and update of policies and procedures to reflect the facility philosophy,
professional standards, and legal requirements.

12. Carries out responsibilities in compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations, and with
facility philosophy, policies, and procedures.

13. Maintains and applies current skills and knowledge through continuing education and in-service
programs.

14. This position requires the ability to read and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal
documents; the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints f rom residents, regulatory
agencies, or members of the business community; and the ability to speak, understand and read the
English language to the extent necessary to safely and properly care for residents.

15. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills with high level of energy and enthusiasm; good
verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to organize, document, and implement
detailed programs.

16. This position requires standing, sitting, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 75 pounds or more,
bending, climbing, twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of telephone,
and exposure to medical equipment and persons with risk of illness.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises other nursing personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities per facility policies,
practices, procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include: interviewing, hiring, and training
employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining
employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Indirect supervisor of other staf f to the extent
their duties involve resident care.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of nursing program. At least one year related experience preferred. Meets state and federal
requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Licensed in appropriate state as a Registered Nurse.