Campus Pride Jobs

DESCRIPTION:

• Manages a designated group of nursing employees on a nursing unit and delegates/supervises resident care.

• Administers medications/treatments on the assigned unit

  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works closely with the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor in all aspects of resident care to insure continuity of resident care.

• Assumes responsibility for the care delivered on assigned shift, in the absence of the Nurse Manager.

• Administers medications and charting of same in the appropriate places.

• Performs treatments, etc. and charting of same in the appropriate places.

• Supervises and instructs CNA's in the performance of their duties.

• Makes rounds to evaluate resident status.

• Must be available to periodically work more than eight (8) hours per day, or more than forty (40) hours per week.

• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with written physician's orders and established policy and procedures and record same in appropriate places.

• Observe, measure and record indications of patient health status.

• Checks medication/treatment supplies and reorders as necessary.

• Carry out unit administration and resident care duties as directed.

• Supports and demonstrates practice consistent with the mission, philosophy, standards, policies and procedures of St. Luke Health Services.

• Communicates unit problems to nurse manager/shift supervisor.

• Monitors unit staff for compliance of established polices and procedures.

• Assists in emergency care as necessary.

• Gives concise, accurate, qualitative report from your shift to oncoming Charge Nurse.

• Receives report from pervious shift.

• Transcribes physician's orders and complete all necessary forms (i.e.: MAR, lab request, x-ray request).

• Assists with orientation, instruction and supervision of other resident care personnel.

• Assists the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor with evaluation of resident's needs, condition and care.

• Reviews resident's medical and social history.

• Relieves CNA's for breaks and mealtime when necessary.

• Monitors resident's meal times as directed.

• Directs and assist with unit cleaning, as well as the care of supplies, equipment and appliances.

• Follows proper policy and procedure with maintenance of controlled substances (i.e.: administration, count, documentation of effectiveness).

• Cleans and maintains the medication room and cart for the oncoming shift. Also clean tops and sides of bottles that contain liquid medications.

• Reports changes in resident’s condition or behavior to the unit manager/supervisor.

• Supervises and assist CNA’s and Unit Helpers in all care areas assuring use of proper procedure to insure that residents are receiving adequate assistance with personal hygiene and daily activities.

• Give report to CNA’s - giving them instructions on special concerns (i.e.: V.S., I&O's, tray orders, etc.).

• Receives reports from CNA’s at the end of the shift and as concerns are addressed.

• Completes appropriate section of 24 Hour Shift Report by writing legibly pertinent data only.

• Consults with unit manager or shift supervisor regarding the need for disciplinary action of employees; participates in disciplinary action as necessary.

• Gives feedback to unit manager or shift supervisor regarding the performance of employees.

• Insures that weights and vital signs are taken and documented as ordered (i.e.: monthly, weekly, daily).

• Verifies information on Consultation Sheet prior to completing the forms and sees that residents are ready for all scheduled appointments on time. Order early meal trays as indicated.

• Assists the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor with all necessary paperwork and transportation arrangements for emergency care for resident. Check to see that transfer form is complete and accurate.

• Obtains specimens, as ordered.

• One hour prior to end of shift checks for completion of documentation by CNA's in the CareAssist system.

• Completes paperwork on a daily basis, in a timely manner. Enters required documentation into CareAssist system as needed.

• Reports accidents/incidents or medication errors to Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor and complete appropriate forms.

• Maintains CONFIDENTIALITY of all resident care information.

• Participates in St. Luke's Quality Assurance Program.

• Assists the CNA's with resident care as needed.

• Other related duties that may have become necessary or as directed by the supervisor, department head and/or administration.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing.

• Current L.P.N. licensed in the State of New York

• Previous experience in geriatrics helpful, but not necessary.

• Understands the special needs of the Skilled Nursing residents.

• Understanding of and genuine interest in gerontology.

• A willingness to learn through in-service and continuing education programs.

• Must be able to supervise and instruct others professionally.

• Must be well-groomed, courteous, tactful, patient, kind and pleasant when dealing with residents, visitors and co-workers.

• Must have a good sense of responsibility.

• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations.

• CPR certification required.