The Avenue at Strongsville is a Post-Hospital Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Care Facility that offers a distinctive environment not commonly found in skilled nursing facilities. From our hotel-like environment to our all-private suites, the Avenue is committed to providing an excellent level of physical, medical, emotional, and spiritual support in an environment of comfort and respect. Our facility provides some of the area’s highest level of rehabilitation, nursing, and medical support to individuals needing post-hospital care and services. We are looking for a committed individual with a reputation for being cheerful and friendly as they administer care to our residents.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a registered nurse currently licensed with the State of Ohio.
- Has a genuine interest in geriatric nursing.
- Able to make sound judgments and decisions.
- Physically fit, mentally and emotionally stable.
- Familiar with the policies and procedures of this facility.
- Possesses communication skills that allow effective and positive interpersonal interactions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understands, accepts and acts upon the idea that 100% occupied beds determine our success.
- Makes rounds in all departments and confers with the nursing staff on each unit assigned.
- Reports to Administrative Office any problems encountered in making rounds.
- Informs Administrative Office of changes in residents' conditions.
- Confers with other department heads and/or consultants as necessary (dietary, pharmacist, physical therapist, etc.).
- Supervises all levels of nursing personnel on all shifts.
- Assists with in-service education, staff meetings, and orientation as needed.
- Checks nursing care plans.
- Follows duties outlined by Director for specific days and/or specific projects.
- Leaves a written report for Director of Nursing of activities that transpired in absence of the Director.
- Assists the Director of Nursing in carrying out her responsibilities according to the Director's instructions.
- Conducts monthly surveys regarding resident care status and compiles reports.
- Handles nursing problems in absence of Director of Nursing.
- Follow-up on recommendations of consulting pharmacist.
- When necessary, will fill in on floor duty in event of staffing shortage or problems in the facility.
- Praises and disciplines staff members as required and assists in annual performance evaluations.
- Responsible for Utilization Review activities, including determination of the resident's required level of care, in accordance with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
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