Registered Nurse (88028)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services is seeking an RN Charge Nurse for Laredo, TX. You will support quality care aiming to promote residents’ highest practicable well-being through assessments and tailored care plans.

Responsibilities include rounds, medication administration, charting, physician coordination, and incident reporting. Nursing license in Texas and RN program completion are required.

Qualifications

• Has completed an RN program at an accredited institution.
• Active Texas RN license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• 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 and act per facility policies.
• Oversees and monitors aides.
• Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports.
• Discharge residents per facility policy.
• Communicate with resident's point of contact regarding status or changes.
• Other special projects or functions as assigned by DON or Administrator.

Skills

RN license

Nursing skills

Patient care

Education

RN program completed

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Laredo West Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Laredo, TX 78040, Position Type: PRN, Job Category: Nurse,

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 a 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.