The purpose of this position is to oversee and direct nursing care for the residents, and to supervise the daily nursing activities on assigned unit of the Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Direct and supervise, on assigned unit, the daily functions of the nursing staff in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to a care area comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
- Participate with updating and reviewing care plans that identify goals, problems, approaches, and revisions.
- Administer professional nursing services when needed commensurate with the scope of practice.
- Meet with assigned nursing staff to discuss planning the shift’s services, programs, and activities and monitor duties are completed as directed.
- Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure that the resident’s total regimen of care is maintained.
- Manage quality and accuracy of the EHR for all resident and staff under your oversight.
- Manage and improve unit based performance metrics that are reported by the facility (i.e. falls, FAPU, QM’s, re-hospitalizations, etc.)
- Oversee the quality of resident admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Participate in the Orientation of new residents/family members to the unit.
- Complete daily clinical and environmental rounds to evaluate resident care and report significant events.
- Address resident/family issues in a timely manner. Report significant issues to the Director of Nursing.
- Communicate with health care practitioner to review treatment plans, complete orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies.
- Oversee the completion of accident/incident reports involving residents. Report to IDT.
- Complete Recapitulations each month for Physician signature. Report all discrepancies to Director of Nursing.
- Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment are available to meet resident care needs.
- Conduct employee performance evaluations.
- Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing concerning employee discipline, dismissal and/or transfers.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, as well as follow instructions, and accept guidance.
- Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
- Must be able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
Education and Experience:
- At least 6 months experience as a nurse leader (direct or indirect care).
- Supervisory Leadership is preferred.
Licensing and Certifications:
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in Florida.
Join the Westminster Family today! We offer:
- Flexible Hours
- Competitive Wages
- Health Insurance
- Fitness Facility Onsite
- Vacation Pay
- Free Parking (Downtown Orlando)
- Discounted meals and More!
EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.”
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