RN Nurse Leader - Long-Term Care

Beaufort Nursing and Rehab; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts at Beaufort is seeking a reliable and devoted Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. The RN must follow applicable standards and regulations as required by the Director of Nursing to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained.

The role requires leadership, clinical proficiency, and the ability to coordinate with staff to maintain a warm, calm environment and ensure

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current unencumbered state license.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and applicable laws and guidelines for nursing facilities.
• Current CPR Certification is required.
• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants.
• Plan shift services, programs and activities with assigned staff.
• Prepare written and oral reports/recommendations as needed.
• Admit, transfer and discharge residents and provide leadership on the unit.
• Complete and file required charting on admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Receive and transcribe orders from physicians and document on the order form.
• Chart nurse notes reflecting care provided and resident response.
• Fill out accident/incident reports and submit to Director.
• Perform routine charting per policies and procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physicians.
• Maintain good inter-departmental rapport to meet resident needs.
• Create a warm, calm atmosphere and positive emphasis on the unit.
• Receive/give nursing reports at shift start and end.
• Make rounds with physicians as necessary.
• Administer professional services such as catheterization, tube feedings, dressings, etc.
• Monitor safety with equipment and supplies.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information.
• Report incidents of unauthorized disclosure.
• Ensure privacy and knocking before entering rooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN License

CPR Certification

English Proficiency

Job description

Resorts at Beaufort is seeking a reliable and devoted Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. The RN must follow applicable standards and regulations as required by the Director of Nursing to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained.

The role requires leadership, clinical proficiency, and the ability to coordinate with staff to maintain a warm, calm environment and ensure