REGISTERED NURSE (80383)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated RN Charge Nurse for their facility in Corpus Christi, Texas. The role involves overseeing resident care, administering medications, and collaborating with health care teams to maintain the well-being of residents. Candidates must be active Registered Nurses in Texas and possess experience in a skilled nursing environment. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and contribution to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Texas.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document resident conditions during rounds.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Oversee and monitor nursing aides.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Education

RN program at an accredited vocational school, college, or university

Job description

Corpus Christi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Corpus Christi, TX 78414 Overview

The RN Charge Nurse will assist in ensuring the provision of quality care that promotes the highest practicable physical, mental and psychological well-being of each resident as determined by resident assessments and individual plans of care.

Essential Functions

• During rounds observes, assess, documents, and reports resident condition/changes
• Assures implementation of care plans as directed
• Administers medications as prescribed
• Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records
• Perform narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts
• Identify significant changes in the condition of residents and takes necessary action per facility policies and procedures
• Oversees and monitors aides
• Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports per facility policy
• Discharge residents per facility policy
• Must complete Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls prior to calling physician on any change in resident condition
• Communicate with resident’s point of contact when they ask for a status update or if there is a change in condition
• Other special projects or functions can be assigned at times by the Director of Nurses and/or the Administrator

Qualifications

• Educational/Training Requirements: Has completed an RN program at an accredited vocational school, college, or university
• Licensing Requirements: Must be an active Registered Nurse in the state of Texas in good standing
• Experience Requirements: Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.