Position Purpose:
Assists in organizing and administering the department of nursing while providing quality nursing care and assumes responsibilities delegated by the Director of Nursing.
Essential Functions of Position:
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Assists in supervising the assignment and scheduling of nursing staff to meet resident needs
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Provides nursing care on shift when needed.
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Assists and cooperates with medical staff.
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Assists in solving nursing services problems.
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Assists in implementing company forms/systems and policies and procedures.
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Assists in supervising the maintenance of records of nursing,, medical and related services.
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Assists in validating the accuracy of MDS and Care Plans.
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Supports the facility policies and programs to instill a better understanding and acceptance by the staff.
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Participates in facility quality improvement program.
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Conducts in-service programs and orientation programs.
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Reviews physician orders daily and monthly, and participates in triple check process.
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As requested, assists with DON responsibilities.
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Supervises and evaluates implementation of the Resident Rights.
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Supervises RN's and LVNs.
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Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education/Requirements:
Two (2) years previous nursing experience required, preferably working with a geriatric long term care population; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed to practice nursing in state of Kentucky.
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