REGISTERED NURSE

Registered Nurse

The essential functions of the job for a Registered Nurse require, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Windsor Health Care, LLC to include, but are not limited to the following:

• Must possess a valid RN license, in good standing in accordance with laws of this state, from an approved NJ Nursing School of Nursing.
• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must possess, at a minimum, of a high school diploma and/or higher education; a GED or at least two (2) years of experience in the healthcare field and/or related industry.
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• Must be able to work beyond normal working hours; on weekends, as well as holidays, to the extent necessary. On-call status is a function of the job and employee understands, agrees to, and acknowledges that schedule flexibility is for the betterment of the residents and that the RN's will make themselves available, as needed, to ensure proper staffing levels.
• In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
• Must adhere to Windsor Health Care, LLC's attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the incumbent utilizes a general understanding of the principles of nursing and basic physical assessment skills in the development of and implementation of individualized nursing care plans to ensure that the needs of the residents are met.
• He/she assists in the orientation of and supervision of nursing personnel, attends to the daily operations of the unit per shift, unit level, and assumes responsibilities of a leadership role as needed.
• Takes an active role in direct resident assessment and care.
• Must have ability to recognize and identify symptoms and to make decisions quickly in emergencies.
• Must have knowledge of medications, their proper dosage and expected results.
• Supervises and coordinates nursing personnel in providing direct resident care in adherence to State and Federal regulations.
• Formulates individualized nursing care plans utilizing the nursing process.
• Assesses each resident daily and implements a change in the course of action as needed.
• Assists the physician on rounds and ensures that pertinent information is communicated to and from him/her and orders are taken correctly.
• Participates in the training and supervision of nursing personnel.
• Utilizes effectively the general principles of leadership and supervision.
• Manages conflict through effective problem-solving and communication skills.
• Acts calmly and efficiently in handling emergency situations.
• Prepares daily assignment of duties, treatments, and miscellaneous tasks.
• Assists with implementation of facility's Quality Improvement Program.
• Assumes responsibility for the identification of potential safety hazards and for the identification of noncompliance with facility guidelines as set forth in the Policy and Procedure Manuals.
• Maintains accurate resident care records and documents pertinent data reflecting the use of the nursing process.
• Attends and participates productively in the resident care meetings, staff meetings and in-services.
• Maintains active licensure.
• Attends all mandated in-services.
• Takes an active role in teaching (formal or informal presentation) with residents, families and staff.
• Dispenses medication and performs treatments, as requested, and in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Assures that each resident's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the resident's health condition.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere promoting dignity and respect which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
• Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and yourself.
• Attend care plan meetings.
• Participate QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance committee.
• As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.
• Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.
• Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan.
• Use proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.
• Report any retaliation to the Human Resource Director and to the Compliance Officer.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to the supervisor.
• Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and state agency.
• Protect residents from abuse, and cooperate with all investigations.
• Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Report any workplace injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Performs additional duties as requested.

Annual Health Requirement:

• Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices):

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, agitated residents.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.