RN Nurse Unit Leader: Coordinating Quality Care

Outcome HC; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Outcome HC is seeking a licensed RN to oversee a designated unit, perform assessments, administer medications, document treatments, and supervise CNAs and other staff. Under supervision of DON/ADON, you will ensure quality patient care and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.

The role requires SBAR communication, adherence to infection control, and participation in care planning, with a focus on safety and resident rights within a facility setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with state board endorsement (NJ).
• Current CPR certification or within 90 days of hire.
• Additional certifications may be required for other areas.

Responsibilities

• Uses dual identifiers to confirm resident identity prior to medication administration and treatments.
• Practices SBAR communication when interacting with the healthcare team.
• Encourages resident involvement in their own care when possible.
• Receives detailed report from outgoing nurses for proper communication and follow-up.
• Recognizes and responds to changes in resident condition and documents appropriately.
• Initiates and updates Plan of Care on admission and as needed.
• Interacts with multidisciplinary teams to assure continuum of care.
• Maintains standard precautions and infection prevention strategies.
• Documents per policy and verifies orders on MAR & TAR.
• Maintains safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.
• Adheres to proper hand washing technique and policy for medication administration.
• Notifies responsible party of changes in patient condition and coordinates with Social Worker for resident needs.
• Counts syringes and narcotics at shift end; orders stock medications as needed.
• Admits/discharges residents per facility procedure and reviews reports with CNAs.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

RN license (NJ)

Job description

Outcome HC is seeking a licensed RN to oversee a designated unit, perform assessments, administer medications, document treatments, and supervise CNAs and other staff. Under supervision of DON/ADON, you will ensure quality patient care and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.

The role requires SBAR communication, adherence to infection control, and participation in care planning, with a focus on safety and resident rights within a facility setting.