Job description

The RN Charge Nurse:

• Assesses, plans and implements the nursing care of residents within the skilled nursing setting with the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assesses residents on admission and on a weekly basis as well as when there is a change of condition.
• Ensures continuity of care of the residents by providing direct care as well as supervising the care given by CNAs and supportive staff members.
• Follows proper infection control procedures and supervises staff in infection control procedures.
• Participates in resident and family teaching.
• Maintains the role of resident advocate with a focus on organization mission and values.

Assesses, plans and implements the nursing care of residents within the skilled nursing setting with the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsible for ensuring continuity of care of the residents by providing direct care as well as supervising the care given by CNAs and supportive staff members. Participates in resident and family teaching. Maintains role as resident advocate with a focus on organization mission and values.

Here's what you need:

• Must have current license by the State of California as a licensed nurse.

• Minimum of six months in long term care, home care or related field.
• Demonstrated competence in technical and manual skills according to the scope of practice for RNs/LVNs.
• Ability to interact with residents, families, coworkers, managers and other departmental personnel in a kind, knowledgeable, professional and friendly manner.
• Current First Aid Training and Certifications as per Title 22.
• Must possess effective English verbal and written communication skills with the ability to successfully work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient enough to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems.

“Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status”

General Requirements

• Must have current license by the State of California as a licensed nurse.
• Cleared Criminal Record clearance through the Department of Social Services prior to presence in the community.
• Working knowledge of Title 22.
• Health screening and TB test results not older than 6 months.
• Must possess effective English verbal and written communication skills with the ability to successfully work in a multi-cultural environment.

Position Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.

• Current First Aid Training and Certifications as per Title 22.
• Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient enough to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems.
• 6 months or more in long term care, home care or related field preferred.

ECA Core Competencies

• Consistently exhibits core competencies of: ECA Experience, Personal Appearance, Attendance, Resident Confidentiality, Licensing & Standards, In-service Education, Resident Compassion, and Safety.

Resident Assessment

• Assesses residents on admission and on a weekly basis as well as when there is a change of condition.

• Assesses resident condition and nursing needs and prescribes appropriate nursing action.

• Documents changes in resident's condition and nursing care in E.H.R. systems, progress notes and on the care plan.

• Notifies physicians of changes in resident condition and follows through until appropriate action is taken.

Plan of Care Implementation

• Implements the plan of care of the resident based on assessments and goals established by the Interdisciplinary Team.

• Supervises other members of the health care team as needed to accomplish the plan of care.

• Updates plan of care as appropriate.

• Consistently involves resident and family in planning for care, treatment, and teaching needs.

CNA Team Leader

• Functions as team leader for the CNAs; delegates in a manner that contributes to the excellence of care and services provided.

• Initiates problem solving and discipline in resolving performance problems of CNAs as needed.

Emergency Responsiveness

• Demonstrates the ability to remain calm in emergency and/or stressful situations and gives everyone a feeling of confidence that the situation is under control.

LVN/RN Scope of Practice

• Demonstrates competence in technical and manual skills according to the scope of practice for LVNs/RNs.

• Administers medications and performs treatments according to policies and procedures and as ordered by the physician.

• Follows proper infection control procedures and supervises staff in infection control procedures.

Problem Solving

• Demonstrates creativity in solving problems and looking at situations in new and innovative ways.

• Is a motivated, independent individual who can organize workload so that all functions are completed appropriately.

Documentation Standards

• Meets current documentation standards and policies and successfully documents in the E.H.R. system.

• Notes and carries out physician orders in a timely manner.

Patient Record Confidentiality

• Ensures confidentiality of the resident records.

• Functions as a resident advocate by protecting and ensuring resident rights.

Resident Interaction

• Interacts with residents, families, coworkers, managers and other departmental personnel in a kind, knowledgeable, professional and friendly manner.

Shift Transition

• Gives a thorough report to oncoming shift.

• Updates 24 hour report.

• Calendars appropriately for upcoming needs.

• Follows through on shift report, and resident, family and staff concerns.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Rotating shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay
• Signing bonus

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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