LPN/RN

· 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;

· 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 identificationof noncompliance with facility guidelines as set forth in the PolicyandProcedure 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;

· Ensure 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;

· Adhere to all facility policies and procedures;

· Comply with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines;

· Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and yourself;

· Attend care plan meetings of assigned residents;

· 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;

· User 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Per diem

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Weekly schedule:

• Rotating weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tenafly, NJ 07670: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location