Charge Nurse jobs in Somerville, MA

Charge Nurse (LPN or RN)

Casa de Ramana is looking for a Full Time Charge Nurse Monday thru Friday to join our team.

Casa de Ramana located in the great community of Framingham, MA with free onsite parking. If you are dedicated to exceptional patient and resident care, an exciting place to work, and want to be part of a great team …then apply today.

*** EXCELLENT BENEFITS, TEAM ATMOSPHERE, ROOM FOR GROWTH AND MUCH MORE!! ***

Benefits:

• Competitive rates- above industry standard.

• Weekly pay.

• 401(k) Retirement Planning with Company Match.

• A comprehensive, outstanding benefit package that includes generous vacation, holiday pay, health, dental, vision insurance. Eligibility starting at 24 hours per week.

• Wellness Benefits.

• 100% paid by employer life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.

• Monthly Employee Recognition program.

• Free onsite parking.

• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus.

• Sign-on bonuses (exceptions apply)

• $3,000 yearly tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities of the Charge Nurse (LPN or RN)

• Is responsible for providing personalized care for the residents of the center, working with the staff and resources available according to accepted standards of practice for a licensed nurse in Massachusetts.

• Manages the Subacute Unit Nursing Station and its functional desk duties, including providing informational needs to all parties and is the liaison between patients, families, and their PCP’s.

• The primary role of this function is to manage both communication and workflow so the resident, family and the physician obtain accurate and updated information as soon as possible.

• This position assists in managing appointments, transportation, and communication flow of the short-term rehabilitation unit. Provides direct activities that involve management of the electronic health record (EHR) consisting of entering, transcribing, and processing physician’s orders, ensuring that the electronic medication administration and treatment records are up to date and accurate.

• Ensures that C.N.A. documentation is completed each date and assesses its accuracy. Reports to the Unit Manager any inaccuracies for correction.

• Reviews the clinical dashboard in the EHR daily to ensure scheduled assessments are completed timely as delegated by the Unit Manager.

• Reviews Hospital Transfer Log to ensure completeness and accuracy of transfer information.

• Maintains resident appointment scheduling and collaborates with the Unit Manager to ensure that only necessary appointments during the resident’s stay are provided by the facility.

• Maintains center’s Ambulance Log and provides to the Administrator monthly. Communicates to the physician and resident’s responsible person when there is a change in condition that affects resident’s plan of care.

• Collaborates with and communicates Rehab and Social Services identified post-discharge appointment needs to ensure scheduling as required.

• Provides oversight of the nurse aide staff to ensure that principles of infection control, quality resident care and compassion are exercised.

• Ensures that necessary nursing information related to change of condition and treatment plans are communicated to the team during Nursing Huddles.

• Interacts with residents, families, the interdisciplinary team, and medical professionals in a positive and friendly manner.

• This position is delegated the responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties in adherence with the Company mission, values, policies, and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION

Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.

EXPERIENCE

At least 1 year working as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A current unencumbered license to practice nursing in the state in which the center is located.

• Demonstrates the ability to read, write, and speak English, as well as add, subtract, multiply and divide.

• Proficiency in basic computer skills

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