RN

Type

Full-time, Part-time, Employee, Contractor

Contact Information

Contact: Brett Hill
Phone: 408-356-2191
Fax: 408-356-9432
Email: bhill@plum.com
Website: vasonacreek.com

Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

%u2022 Accurately prepare, administer and document medications, tests upon which the administration of medications are dependent, and perform treatments according to the physician%u2019s orders and as directed by the facility%u2019s policies and

procedures

%u2022 Record time spent performing individual treatments in accordance with ancillary services policy on the medication/treatment record

%u2022 Assess the resident%u2019s response to medication regime with prompt notification to the physician of any adverse effects

%u2022 Notify the physician of refusal of medication/treatments and/or non-compliance with treatment plan

%u2022 Inform resident and family member of mediation/treatment plan and new orders with explanation of the type, purpose and potential side effects of the medication/treatment

%u2022 Ensure proper storage and security of drugs and biologicals in accordance with the facility%u2019s policies and procedures

%u2022 Ensure drug ordering and receiving policies and procedures are followed in accordance with the facility%u2019s policies and

procedures

%u2022 Ensure correct disposal of sharps

%u2022 Keep medication cart and room neat, clean and medication correctly stored

%u2022 Keep medication refrigerator clean, at correct temperature and items stored labeled and dated

%u2022 Assist the Charge Nurse as required which includes but is not limited to assessment of residents on change of the notification of physician and families, admissions, discharges or transfers, weekly progress note documentation, MDS assessment and care plans

%u2022 Assist in orientation and training of new nursing personnel, as required

%u2022 Practice, implement and supervise Infection Control and Universal Precaution policies and procedures

%u2022 Practice, implement and supervise safety policies and procedures

%u2022 Participate in Quality Assurance Program

%u2022 React appropriately to emergencies and disaster situations

%u2022 Assist in teaching of resident, families, and personnel on specific procedures

%u2022 Assist with physician rounds and orders, as required

%u2022 Assist with monitoring and supervising of dining program and meal service as assigned

%u2022 Respond to audit reports with prompt corrective action

%u2022 Attend in-service education and staff meetings as required

JOB FUNCTIONS:

%u2022 Demonstrate knowledge of, and respect for, the rights, dignity, and individuality of each resident in all interactions

%u2022 Appreciates the importance of maintaining confidentiality of resident and facility information

%u2022 Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property

%u2022 Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete assigned responsibilities

%u2022 Support facility administration, philosophy of care, and the policies and procedures

%u2022 Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all facility staff members

%u2022 Interest and awareness of changes and advancement in geriatric nursing and regulations

%u2022 Ability to demonstrate, supervise direct nursing care to improve standards of nursing

%u2022 Maintain a neat, clean, well-groomed, professional appearance

%u2022 Dependability

%u2022 Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional decorum

%u2022 Knowledge of County, State, and Federal laws and regulations, as applicable, governing long-term care nursing facilities

%u2022 Knowledge and implementation of the facility%u2019s policies and procedures

%u2022 Be courteous, considerate and cooperative when communicating with all facility staff, residents and public

%u2022 Promote and maintain good public relations on behalf of the facility

%u2022 Able to carry out the essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of self and others

%u2022 Other duties as assigned

Updated on January 25, 2018