Plans and implements the overall nursing policies, procedures, and services for a long-term care facility. Maintains nursing staff by recruiting, selecting, and training clinical staff. Ensures that nurses are current in competencies, assessments, licensure, certifications, and other annual training. May provide direct patient care and is responsible for evaluating patient health. May require an advanced degree. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
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The Long Term Care Registered Nurse records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications, and develops patient long-term care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals. Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients in a long-term care facility. Being a Long Term Care Registered Nurse observes patients' progress and records observations in patient medical records. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary. In addition, Long Term Care Registered Nurse promotes patients' independence by teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. Requires graduation from an approved nursing program. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a state license to practice. Long Term Care Registered Nurse's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
The Long-Term Care Nurse (LVN) provides basic medical care, including changing bandages, administering prescribed medication, and collecting specimens. Administers nursing care in a nursing home environment under the supervision of a registered nurse or other medical supervisor. Being a Long-Term Care Nurse (LVN) monitors and reports changes in patient's condition to supervisor. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients by assisting with bathing, feeding, and dressing. In addition, Long-Term Care Nurse (LVN) requires a high school diploma. Requires graduation from approved LPN educational program. Requires a state license to practice. Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor. Long-Term Care Nurse (LVN)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients in a long-term care facility. Records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications, and develops patient long-term care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary. Observes patients' progress and records observations in patient medical records. Promotes patients' independence by teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a valid state RN license. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.