Head Nurse

Bethesda Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in California is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team. This full-time role involves managing staff, assessing resident care needs, and ensuring high-quality nursing practices. With opportunities for career advancement and an attractive sign-on bonus, candidates with supervisory experience and a passion for patient care are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

403b

Daily pay

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of long-term care supervisory experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of long-term care or similar nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assign staff and manage assignments for equal duty distribution.
• Complete rounds to assess residents and address care needs.
• Participate actively in direct patient care and maintain environment safety.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Current RN license

Job description

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People!

At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others.

As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay.

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance are available for regular full and part-time employees.

Night Shifts

NEW! Full-time RNs can earn up to a $6,000 Sign-on Bonus.

Summary

Assigns staff according to policies and works to ensure an equal distribution of duties.

Supports teamwork and encourages staff to provide resident care properly and timely.

Completes rounds to assess residents and their care needs.

Identifies and reports concerns and needs to appropriate staff members professionally and promptly.

Receives report from charge nurses and completes shift reports for the Director of Nursing.

Manages and disciplines staff appropriately.

Assists employees in resolving performance and behavior issues positively, promoting responsibility, accountability, and autonomy to enhance resident care.

Reviews and revises care plans based on resident assessments with Charge Nurses.

Identifies appropriate nursing interventions for the care plan.

Implements and documents resident and family teaching related to healthcare needs, ensuring understanding.

Participates actively in direct patient care.

Answers call lights and assists with resident ADLs as needed.

Completes rounds to ensure residents receive appropriate nursing care timely.

Maintains a safe, comfortable, and clean environment.

Completes monthly QAPI, daily nursing labor forms, and monitors pharmacy recommendations.

Attends Team Leader meetings twice monthly and CNA meetings monthly.

Maintains knowledge of emergency procedures and safety issues.

Handles crises promptly and professionally.

Coordinates activities and assignments to ensure proper functioning of each neighborhood.

Analyzes problems, offers recommendations, and initiates resolution professionally and timely.

Investigates concerns or incidents and takes appropriate action, informing the Director of Nursing.

May be assigned additional duties as needed.

Job Qualifications

Current RN license in the state of employment.

Two years of long-term care supervisory experience preferred.

Three to five years of long-term care or similar nursing experience.

Excellent communication skills to interact with residents, visitors, and staff.

Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage time, and organize daily activities to meet standards.

Ability to stand and walk for long periods.

Ability to lift objects over 200 lbs with proper techniques and assistance.

Ability to transfer and move residents with assistance, using proper techniques.

Ability to push and pull equipment over 40 lbs with proper techniques.

Manual dexterity and coordination for working with residents and equipment.

Ability to perform documentation accurately.

Ability to manage diverse activities.