Registered Nurse

$5,000 Sign On Bonus.

Responsible for the management of an assigned unit on a specific tour of duty. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously and effectively with professional and non-professional personnel, residents, families, visitors and support agencies in order to foster a climate of mutual respect, professional support and teamwork among all.

Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, display a positive attitude and perform in a professional manner. Will be open-minded to change, new proposals/concepts and comply with these changes.

• Must be a graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the PA State Board of Nurse Examiners.

• Must currently be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the PA State Board of Nurse Examiners.

• Must be knowledgeable of nursing, medical practices and procedures.

• Must be knowledgeable of all legal regulations, guidelines and best practices that pertain to long-term care.

• Must possess leadership, communication and people skills, supervisory abilities, and the capability to develop staff skills.

• Must act as a role model for nursing assistants, licensed staff, and other personnel.

Must possess an aptitude for problem solving.

Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-placement physical.

Employment is contingent on completion of all pre-employment screenings including criminal background check and Medicaid Exclusion Screening, both indicating negative results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Know and support the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Nursing Department.

• Assign resident care responsibilities to nursing personnel based on residents' needs, available staff and unit needs.

• Collaborate, communicate and cooperate as appropriate with other health care providers to insure quality care, including transcribing physician's orders according to facility procedures.

• Continually observe/monitor and evaluate quality, quantity and timeliness of nursing care.

• Responsible for evaluating work performance evaluations of direct subordinates

• Responsible for applying disciplinary action when appropriate.

Assess need for modification of medical regimen and/or nursing care plan and ensure the clinical records are properly maintained