Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose of Position/Summary :

· Incumbent works as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Nursing Department

· Performs all aspects of nursing care, within the scope of the Indiana Nurse Practice Act, utilizing specialized knowledge, judgement and skill.

· The RN4 works with minimal supervision, and has some management responsibilities and accountability to one nursing unit, or area of nursing (i.e. Education, Care Planning).

· Reports to Nurse Supervisor 6 if Staff nurse or Education nurse; to Nurse Supervisor 5 if Care Plan Nurse.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

· Administers medications and treatments as ordered by a physician;

· Assesses residents based on principles of biological, physical and behavioral sciences;

· Documents results and reports results to the physician.

· Communicates changes of conditions to families.

· Takes vital signs.

· Transcribes physician orders.

· Answers call lights and responds to any resident request for assistance.

· Follows recommended safety and infection control standards.

· Always adheres to resident’s rights.

· Maintains correct controlled substance counts during shift.

· Completes required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms and other records.

· Assists with orientation of new employees.

· Participates in resident care planning, MDS's and documentation.

· Assist with monthly changeover of all necessary forms.

· Completes and distributes nurse aide assignments.

· Gives a thorough report to on-coming shift.

· Plans, presents, and evaluates education programs.

· Conducts orientation for all new facility staff.

· Teaches and maintains paperwork for CNA and QMA class.

· Operates AV equipment.

· Prepares and distributes MDS calendar.

· Signs and dates MDS's.

· Schedules and conducts care plan conferences.

· Audit charts and MDS; s for completeness.

· Responds to codes.

· Schedule transfer conferences and documents conferences.

Job Requirements:

· Must be licensed as and maintain license as a Registered Nurse in Indiana; must be registered as a certified CNA and QMA instructor in Indiana; must maintain first aide, mantoux and CPR certification and instructor's certification (if in Education).

· Ability to understand and communicate with residents, other staff and families; ability to complete required paperwork correctly and legibly; ability to teach students; ability to prioritize workload; ability to be flexible; ability to assess resident's and report to the physician; ability to administer medications and treatments in a safe, efficient manner, recognizing medication side effects; ability to know approved abbreviations and appropriate terminology; ability to complete the MDS form accurately and timely; ability to write care plans, based on individual needs; ability to operate AV equipment; ability to plan and organize educational programs; ability to respond appropriately to medical emergencies and make appropriate decisions; must attend required in-services.

Syra Health is a healthcare consulting company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions. Syra Health aims to achieve its goal by becoming a valuable partner to government, payers, providers, life sciences organizations, and academic institutions. Syra Health offers products and services in digital health, behavioural and mental health, population health management, health education, and healthcare workforce.

Company Description

Syra Health is a healthcare consulting company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions. Syra Health aims to achieve its goal by becoming a valuable partner to government, payers, providers, life sciences organizations, and academic institutions. Syra Health offers products and services in digital health, behavioural and mental health, population health management, health education, and healthcare workforce.