Floor Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Floor Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Floor Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct patient care, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a skilled nursing facility. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans, adhering to all facility policies and procedures and regulatory standards.

Schedule: Full-Time, Sunday + Monday + Tuesday, 6 AM - 6 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' physical, mental, and emotional status upon admission, regularly throughout their stay, and as changes in condition occur.
• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments, physician orders, and facility policies.
• Medication Administration: Administer medications accurately and safely, documenting all dosages and effects. Monitor for adverse reactions and report as necessary.
• Wound Care: Provide skilled wound care, including dressing changes, wound assessment, and documentation of progress.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and complete electronic health records (EHRs), including assessments, vital signs, medication administration, treatments, and patient responses.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with physicians, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Supervision: Provide guidance and supervision to CNAs and other support staff, delegating tasks appropriately and ensuring quality care delivery.
• Emergency Response: Respond to medical emergencies, initiating appropriate interventions and notifying the physician and family as needed.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, medication regimens, and discharge instructions.
• Infection Control: Adhere to strict infection control protocols and universal precautions to prevent the spread of infections.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility policies and procedures.

Requirements

Licensure/Certification

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license or Practical Nurse License (LPN) in the state of Arizona.
• Current and active CPR Card or Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 2-Step TB Test
• Az Fingerprint Card

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), preferably in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or acute care setting.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Knowledge of common diagnoses and treatments in a skilled nursing facility setting.
• Ability to maintain composure and effectiveness in stressful situations.