Charge Nurse - RN
Company: AHC Bright Glade LLC
Location: Southaven
Posted on: November 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Summary: The Charge Nurse --- RN shall direct the day-to-day
functions of the Aides/Orderlies and other staff being supervised,
as well as give direct nursing care to patients. ESSENTIAL JOB
DUTIES: Direct the day-to-day functions of nursing aides and other
staff being supervised. Give direct nursing care to patients. Visit
all assigned patients at regular intervals during tour of duty.
Supervise feeding of patients as necessary. Notify physician when
patient---s condition warrants. Perform administrative duties, such
as documenting of: Nurses--- notes Doctors--- orders Discharge
plans Dietary changes Reports Evaluations Studies Billing and other
charge slips Miscellaneous forms, charts, etc. Chart pertinent
facts and information in a professional, clear and comprehensive
manner. Admit, transfer and discharge patients according to policy.
Recognize and respond to changes in patients--- conditions and
document observations, interventions and outcomes. Order from
pharmacy, prepare and administer medications as ordered by
physician. Ensure that physicians sign off on all verbal orders and
document process. Conduct and/or monitor prescribed treatments,
such as dressing changes, drawing of blood, catheter changes, NG
tube insertion and removal, laboratory work, etc. Give and receive
condition report from the on-coming and off-going shift. Perform
emergency procedures, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and in
the event of death, notify family and appropriate other parties.
Recognize, intervene and report accidents and incidents when they
occur. Monitor and update care plans on each shift as appropriate.
Supervise and participate in fire safety and other disaster drills
and be prepared to carry out duties in the event on an actual
event. Recognize, intervene and/or report complaints and grievances
from patients, families, visitors and employees. Monitor the
facility for possible health and safety hazards. Maintain privacy
and confidentiality of records, conditions and other information
relating to patients, employees and facility. Follow the
established universal precautions and isolation procedures. Update
daily census report and submit as required. Attend and participate
in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classes.
Inventory and request equipment, supplies, etc. Assist in updates
of written policies and procedures of routine nursing care.
Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies.
Admit, transfer and discharge patients. Monitor and participate in
daily clean-up of the nurses--- station. Perform other related
duties as assigned by supervisor. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Communication
skills and active listening Possess good interpersonal skills while
dealing with emotional or difficult situations. Respond promptly to
customer---s needs REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an
accredited School of Nursing with a Registered Nurse degree Current
registered nursing license in practicing state Current CPR
certification Required Work Experience: Minimum of six (6) months
experience working in a hospital, long term care facility or other
health care institution, with experience implementing total patient
care and care planning Required Computer Software/Equipment used:
Various operating systems Standard office equipment Microsoft Suite
applications Desktop, laptop and/or iPad Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) Standard medical equipment Electronic medical
records SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES: Supervises support staff
including training, scheduling and assigning work, reviewing
performance, recommending salary increases, promotions or
discharges and assists in problem solving for staff Occasionally
needs manager---s direction due to extraordinary circumstances
WORKING CONDITIONS: Audio-Visual: Good Hearing: Good Ability to
lift to 40 pounds Pathogens: Risk of exposure to bloodborne
pathogens and other contagious illnesses Subject to standing,
walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling
Work is typically performed in a standard long-term care facility;
well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlled Above-average
conversational noise is frequent Position may require flexible
hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work Must be
able to speak and write in English Travel may be required The
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER This Organization is an equal
opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color,
religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual
orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other
characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. This
Organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified
individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation
be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment
opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in
all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization
including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions,
conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits,
transfers, discipline, and termination of employment. Education
Preferred Bachelors or better in Nursing Associates or better in
Nursing Licenses & Certifications Required CPR Certification
Registered Nurse
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