RN Charge Nurse

JOB TITLE: Charge Nurse (RN)

DEPARTMENT: REPORTS TO: Nursing Director of Nursing Services or Designee

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Responsible for the independent supervision of the delivery of care to a group of residents in a nursing unit. Assess resident needs, develop individual care plans, administer nursing care, evaluate nursing care, and supervise Care Specialists (CNAs) & CMAs) and other personnel in the delivery of nursing care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

IMPLEMENTS PLAN OF CARE

Duties: Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost efficiently with focus on resident centered outcomes. Identify rationale and anticipated outcomes for each nursing intervention. Assume responsibility for care interventions consistent with skill level and professional standards of care. Utilize time efficiently to assure completion of duties and responsibilities in allotted time frame. Utilize professional and sound judgment in delivery of care, which is cost efficient but does not jeopardize safe, effective care delivery. Follow Beverly policies and procedures to ensure a safe, caring, comfortable and clean environment. Utilize all appropriate, available resources for resident/family/responsible party counseling and discharge planning. Keep physician and/or other health care professionals (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, podiatrist, dentist, etc.) informed of resident's condition; and notify physician and/or other healthcare professionals immediately of significant changes of condition. Work in collaboration with physician and/or other health care professionals by sharing information relevant to changing plan of care. Question and seek clarification of unclear orders. Duties: Evaluate team and make changes as needs are recognized. Critique and take responsibility for evaluating nursing care delivered. Utilize the expertise of Nurse colleagues to evaluate plan of care. Elicit feedback from individual being served and/or family or responsible party to determine that their needs are being met. Evaluate effectiveness of the plan of care in conjunction with the interdisciplinary care plan team.

SUPERVISION

Duties: Supervise Care Specialists, CMA's and other personnel. May supervise other Nurses, including other RNs. Coach, counsel and assign Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses to provide quality resident care. Independently evaluate the job skills and work performance of the Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses through the formal performance evaluation process. Appropriately discipline or participate in the discipline of Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses for violations of work rules, policies or poor performance, including the recommendation of suspensions and terminations. Recognize Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses for exceptional care and job performance on a regular basis and as part of their formal performance evaluation. Assign Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses specific duties for resident care and direct their work. Assign hours, breaks and meal periods to Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses. Ensure proper staffing by calling in replacement associates for Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses not reporting for work and by transferring or reassigning Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses to ensure adequate staffing levels. Revise work schedules of Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses as necessary. Train and/or assist in the orientation of new associates. Attempt to effectively resolve Care Specialist, CMA's and other Nurses' problems/complaints and grievances. Incorporate Care Specialists, CMA's and other Nurses in a work team to meet resident needs. Attend and participate in supervisory meetings. Support and follow through with management team goals. Perform other management duties as assigned

RESIDENTS= RIGHTS

Duties: Demonstrate strong ethical practices regarding individual/resident rights as stated in company policy. Support resident autonomy and choice. Demonstrate both sensitivity and appropriate responsiveness to each resident's end of life wishes.

RESIDENT COMFORT AND SAFETY

Duties: Demonstrate safe practices in regard to resident's comfort and safety by applying knowledge of proper body alignment for self and resident. Practice and promote adherence to institutional safety codes. Promote a restraint-free environment.

INFECTION CONTROL

Duties: Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control practices.

RESIDENTS' RIGHTS AND POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS

Duties: Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents' rights; promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance.

ETHICS & COMPLIANCE

Duties: Conforms to expected ethical and legal standards including matters related to resident abuse and neglect, by personally complying with laws, regulations and Beverly's Code of Conduct and Business Ethics Policy.

When in doubt about whether a particular activity is proper, refrains from the activity and obtains guidance from the Director of Operations, Beverly's Corporate Compliance Office or the Company's Legal Department. Recognizes and reports to management or through the Beverly Hotline View phone number on clarksoncommunitycarecenter.employ.onshift.com), potential legal or ethical violations including resident abuse or neglect.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

Duties: Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.

Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.

Demonstrate understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.

Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.

Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.

Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.

Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.

Must meet all local health regulations and pass post-employment physical exam, if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.

Must be capable of performing the essential job functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.