CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

CNA

Job Type: Full-Time Payrate $16.50 / HR Schedule: (Pick your shift) 6AM-2PM 2PM-10PM 10PM-6AM *Benefits Available for Full-Time employees* Benefits: 401(k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Your Job: We believe that nursing is a work of the heart. To provide the best resident care, we promote a culture that is both employee and patient based. We build on trust, compassion and strong communication. We reward our employees with competitive wages , raises and bonuses. Come join our family today! Don’t be a stranger come apply! Call at (214) 381-1815 for immediate interviews! Qualifications: Texas Certified Nurse Aide Minimum of 6 months experience General Duties: Perform all duties as assigned and in accordance with facility’s established policies and procedures, nursing care procedures and safety rules and regulations. Make resident rounds at the beginning of each shift and every two hours thereafter to administer quality nursing care. Verify the identification of a resident before administering nursing care or serving food, to assure that appropriate care is being provided to the correct resident. Assure that water pitchers are cleaned, filled with fresh drinking water and within the resident’s reach. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses, or Administrator. “ What I like most about my job is the residents! It is emotionally rewarding and everyday is a different experience " -Cayolyn Willis. -C.N.A / Restorative Aide "I have been a C.N.A since 1988. I have worked for the Brentwoods for the majority of those years. Being a CNA is very rewarding! you must have a caring heart ". -Lisa Barnes-CNA #INDBW4 OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant / Temporary Covid Unit

CNAS: 15-20$/HR. Looking for all Certified Nursing Aides/Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAS) to work in a temporary position paying top dollar for a COVID+Unit. We understand that Certified Nursing Aides are one of the most important roles in the healthcare system. You will be making a direct impact on our patient's care and we want you to be rewarded for it. This position may lead to full-time employment. Apply with us for more details. We offer outstanding pay and benefits with a great work environment. (requires an active CNA license). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

CNA / Certified Nursing Aide / Temporary Covid Unit

CNAS: $20/HR. Looking for all Certified Nursing Aides/Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAS) to work in a temporary position paying top dollar for a COVID+Unit. We understand that Certified Nursing Aides are one of the most important roles in the healthcare system. You will be making a direct impact on our patient's care and we want you to be rewarded for it. This position may lead to full-time employment. Apply with us for more details. We offer outstanding pay and benefits with a great work environment. (requires an active CNA license). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Temporary COVID Unit Charge Nurse (LVN/RN)

RN's - $40-45$/hr. LVN's - $30-$35/hr . Looking for all dedicated and skilled nurses interested in a temporary position paying top dollar. We are searching for experienced nurses to work a Covid+ unit. We are accepting Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and Registered Nurse (RN) applications. We offer outstanding pay and a great work environment where you'll be appreciated. *Position could lead to full-time employment* Apply today for more details! (Must possess an active RN or LVN License). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

CNA

Objective Provides basic nursing care to residents within the scope of the nursing assistant responsibilities and performs basic nursing procedures under the direction of the licensed nurse supervisor. Principal Responsibilities · Participates in and receives nursing report upon reporting for duty · Assists residents with resident care including bathing, grooming, hygiene and placement of adaptive equipment · Explains procedures to residents before administering · Keeps residents dry (changes gown, clothing, linen, etc., when it becomes wet or soiled) · Changes bed linens and keeps linens tight to avoid wrinkles from forming under residents · Makes beds (occupied and unoccupied) Qualifications · Successful completion of State Approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program; Name must appear on State Registry as Nurse Aide in good standing; Ability to communicate with residents and nursing staff; Must have the ability to read and write. · Prior experience as Nurse Aide preferred but not required
CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant / Temporary Covid Unit

CNAS: 15-20$/HR. Looking for all Certified Nursing Aides/Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAS) to work in a temporary position paying top dollar for a COVID+Unit. We understand that Certified Nursing Aides are one of the most important roles in the healthcare system. You will be making a direct impact on our patient's care and we want you to be rewarded for it. This position may lead to full-time employment. Apply with us for more details. We offer outstanding pay and benefits with a great work environment. (requires an active CNA license). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
LVN Travel Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

Travel Nurse (RN or LVN)

Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks (possible renewal) Shift: 12 hours. Job type: Travel (Full-time) Company: Canyon Creek Your Job: Desert Springs is a FANTASTIC Long-Term Care Facility. We are looking for FANTASTIC people like YOU to join our TEAM! What does success in Long-Term Care look like? YOU! Come join our Team of successful care givers! If you have what it takes to care for our individuals. Join our Desert Springs Team! We are like a family and our employees have been here for ages! We serve our Residents daily with a Spirit of Excellence! Don't be a stranger and come apply today! 1701 N Turner St, Hobbs, NM 88240, USA Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Your Job (available shifts: 6PM-AM or 6AM-6PM) If you are compassionate and love to take care of people, then we invite you to consider us as your new employer. We are needing Charge Nurses for 12 hour shifts! We are offering competitive wages and we welcome multi state licensees! New graduates are welcome and will be trained! Come meet our friendly Administrator- David for an on the spot interview! 1701 N Turner St, Hobbs, NM 88240, USA or call ahead to schedule an interview (575) 397-0904 Your Responsibilities • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during supervisory shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Provide direct resident care when required; Demonstrates the ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. • Effectively manages nursing personnel on shift to limit use of overtime and agency personnel. • Assesses the work performance of nursing staff as it relates to unit standards of care and goals. • Conducts regular staff meetings on each shift and provides updates to DON. Your Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
LVN Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

LVN Staffing Coordinator

*Benefits Available for Full-Time Employees* Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: 8AM-5PM Benefits: 401(k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Paid-Time Off Your Job We believe that nursing is a work of the heart. To provide the best resident care, we promote a culture that is both employee and patient based. We build on trust, compassion and strong communication. We reward our employees with competitive wages , raises and bonuses. Come for the job but stay for the challenge! Job Summary The Staffing Coordinator (LVN) will ensure that they set schedules in a way that each shift within the facility is appropriately covered. This may involve rotating internal employees to provide quality care in the facility. These professionals are also required to maintain daily staffing reports and record so that each activity is logged properly. Staffing coordinators work closely with the human resources department. Requirements for maintaining staff for the nursing home environment. Obtain daily staff requests and fill them efficiently Uphold accurate system for tracking staff over a variety of shifts Coordinate staff to meet the facility’s requirements Monitor overtime accumulation and attendance of employees Provide facility tours to newly hired employees Maintain schedules for rotating staff Secure coverage for vacancy shifts Work with the payroll manager to verify payroll accuracy Review employee vacation requests before the final approval is made. Any other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Good written and verbal communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good organizational skills Licensed as an LVN required. BENEFITS Competitive pay Health, vision, dental and other elective benefits Regular employee appreciation events Electronic documentation OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
RN MDS Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

MDS Coordinator

Job Type: Full-Time Benefits Offered: Healthcare Dental Vision PTO 401K Your Job Summary The MDS Coordinator will be responsible for timely and accurate completion of both the RAI process and care management process from admission to discharge in accordance with company policy and procedures, and Federal, State and Certification guidelines, and all other entities as appropriate- Minimum Data Set, discharge and admission tracking, etc. With direction from the Director of Nursing and VP of Clinical Reimbursement, may coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department. Principal Responsibilities • Works in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team to assess the needs of the resident; Provides interdisciplinary schedule for MDS assessments and care plan reviews as required by governing agencies. • Ensures that the Interdisciplinary team makes decisions for either completing or not completing additional MDS, assessments based on clinical criteria as identified in the most recent version of the RAI User’s Manual. • Assist with coordination and management of the daily stand up meeting, to include review of resident care and the setting of the assessment reference date(s). • Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the RAI process. • Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents; ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding. • Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines. • Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized MDS programs. • Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members. • Attends interdisciplinary team meeting, quality assurance and other meeting in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records. • Assists DON or designee with identification of a significant change, physician orders and verbal reports to assure that the MDS and care plan are reflective of those changes. • Prepares scheduling, notice of resident care planning conferences, and assists DON in communication of outcomes/problems to the responsible staff, resident, and/or responsible party. • Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology. • Completes electronic submission of required documentation to the state database and other entities per company policy. • Corrects and ensures completion of final MDS and submits resident assessment data to the appropriate State and Federal government agencies. • Assigns, assists, and instructs staff in the RAI Process, PPS Medicare, Medicaid (Case Mix as required) and clinical computer system in relation to these processes. • Maintains confidentiality of necessary information. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Registered Nurse program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Excellent knowledge of Case-Mix, the Federal Medicare PPS process, and Medicaid reimbursement, as required. • Thorough understanding of the Quality Indicator process. Knowledge of the OBRA regulations and Minimum Data Set. • Knowledge of the care planning process. • Experience with MDS 3.0, preferred. OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Charge Nurse 2-10

Job Type: Full-time *Benefits available for Full Time employee’s* Schedule: 2pm-10pm Monday-Friday. Your Job: Westside Nursing Home is a FANTASTIC Long-Term Care Facility. We are looking for FANTASTIC people like YOU to join our TEAM! What does success in Long-Term Care look like? YOU! Come join our Team of successful care givers! If you have what it takes to care for our individuals. We serve our Residents daily with a Spirit of Excellence! Don’t be a stranger come apply! We accept walk-in interviews. Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Provides nursing care within scope of practice to ensure patient’s needs are met in accordance with standards of practice, physician orders, center policies as well as state, federal and local guidelines. Come apply today. QUALIFICATIONS Current LVN/LPN license in practicing state. Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one. Experience in nursing management is preferred but not required. RESPONSIBILITIES Follows established procedure for charting and incident reporting. Follows company procedures for narcotic counting, pharmacy orders, and restraint reduction. Documents any change in patient's conditions including but not limited to nutritional problems, infections, skin conditions, weight loss or any other noticeable changes. Utilizes the Quality Life Manual for identification, placement, and monitoring of patients in the appropriate programs. Document and notify applicable departments of any patient's room changes, LOA, new admits, or discharges. Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.
CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

Float Pool Nurse RN LVN CNA

Job Type: Full-Time $22.00 / HR $35.00 / HR $45.00 / HR About the Opportunity The RRT (Rapid Response Team) program is our companies response to an increased need for licensed and certified medical professionals within healthcare facilities experiencing a surge due to a disaster or other organizational challenges. OPCO temporarily deploys licensed/certified and trained nursing professionals such as RN, LVN/LPN, and CNAs, to nursing home facilities to provide patient care. Members will typically deploy for six (6) weeks to eight (8) weeks and work up to 12 hours on an AM or PM shift during 24-hour operations depending on the facility’s needs. Active license/certification required. Benefits: 401K Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance QUALIFICATIONS Active Certified Nursing Aide license in practicing state. At least two years of experience. Excellent attendance and customer-service advocate. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: GENERAL Perform all duties as assigned and in accordance with facility’s established policies and procedures, nursing care procedures and safety rules and regulations. Make resident rounds at the beginning of each shift and every two hours thereafter to administer quality nursing care. Verify the identification of a resident before administering nursing care or serving food, to assure that appropriate care is being provided to the correct resident. Report missing ID bands to admission coordinator immediately. Make beds, clean bedside and overbed tables. Assure that water pitchers are cleaned, filled with fresh drinking water and within the resident’s reach. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses, or Administrator. OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Travel Director of Nursing

Traveling Director of Nursing must be willing to travel to throughout Texas primarily in the Dallas to Fort Worth Metroplex. Your Job Summary Responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. Responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and The Company standards, guidelines and regulations. In absence of the Administrator, assumes the responsibility for center operations. The position conducts the nursing process – assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation – under the scope of the State’s Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. Principal Responsibilities Assumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which comply with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admissions decisions, and may visit prospective residents before admissions. Participates in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Currently licensed as RN in the state practiced. Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school required. Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required. OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Charge Nurse (LVN or RN)

30-100$/HR $2000 Sign-On Bonus applies! Healthcare, Dental, Vision and PTO Your Job (7PM-7AM) facility is located in Lovington, NM. Come for the job but stay for the challenge! We have both day and night shifts available! This candidate will operate under the scope of practice defined by the state Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for resident care and direction of nursing care during assigned shift; includes staff assignments, mentoring and educating nursing personnel, working with physicians and other medical professionals. Come apply today and meet our lovely Administrator- Cydney! Principal Responsibilities • Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with Company, State, Federal and local rules, regulations, and guidelines. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided. • Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as scheduled. • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. • Effectively manages nursing personnel on shift to limit use of overtime and agency personnel. • Assesses the work performance of nursing staff as it relates to unit standards of care and goals. • Conducts unit huddles to promote communication programs and provides updates to DON. • Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff. • Coordinates shift assignments, resident assignments, rest and meal break for Certified Nurse’s Aides. • Collaborates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices, and preferences. • Assumes nursing administrative responsibilities of the center for weekend and holiday coverage as requested. • Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of residents. • Ensures timely and accurate compliance of the MDS process and that it reflects the resident’s plan of care. • Ensures Point Click Care (PCC) is utilized according the company process. • Ensures that physician orders are followed as prescribed. • Effectively carries out medication management to ensure adequate supplies and that all medications are handled in accordance with company policy. • Ensures that resident's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the resident's health condition. • Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents, accidents, and adverse events to Administrator and Director of Nursing. Ensures that resident's accident/incident, adverse event and grievances/concerns are fully documented, investigated, reported and addressed in accordance with company policies and procedures and the Federal/State rules and regulations. • Investigates resident/family complaints and takes appropriate actions to bring to resolution. • Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the Company Infection Control Manual. • Evaluates the effectiveness of the care interventions, identifies problems and trends and develops alternative interventions. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Director of Nursing

*Benefits available for Full Time employee’s* Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401 (k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Job Summary The Registered Nurse will be responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. The Director of Nursing will be inheriting a 5 star facility with a deficiency free survey. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for the 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with the Federal, State and company standards as well as guidelines and regulations. In the absence of the Administrator, The Director of Nursing will assume the responsibility for the center's operations. This position will conduct the nursing process – assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation – under the scope of the State’s Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. Principal Responsibilities Assumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which comply with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admissions decisions, and may visit prospective residents before admissions. Participates in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Currently licensed as RN in the state practiced. Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school required. Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required.
OPCO Skilled Management

Director of Nursing (RN)

Why join our team? Simple. We have the strongest clinical network and we do not overleverage our regional teams; we look to support the leaders rather than micromanage. We are a resource for you and we'll be with you each step of the way. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401 (k) Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Achievable Bonus Structure The Director of Nursing (Registered Nurse- RN) will be responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. Responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and The Company standards, guidelines and regulations. In absence of the Administrator, assumes the responsibility for center operations. The position conducts the nursing process – assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation – under the scope of the State’s Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. [BW1] QUALIFICATIONS Currently licensed as RN in the state practiced. Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school required. Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required. RESPONSIBILITIES Assumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which comply with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admissions decisions, and may visit prospective residents before admissions. Participates in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. OPCO Skilled Managment provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Director of Nursing/DON

Salary: $130,000-$150,000/year Position Description Responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. Responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and The Company standards, guidelines and regulations. In absence of the Administrator, assumes the responsibility for center operations. The position conducts the nursing process – assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation – under the scope of the State’s Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. Principal Responsibilities Assumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which comply with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admissions decisions, and may visit prospective residents before admissions. Participates in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Currently licensed as RN in the state practiced. Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school required. Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required. OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Director of Nursing/DON

Salary: $130,000-$150,000/year Position Description Responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. Responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services and directs the Nursing Department to maintain quality standards of care in accordance with current Federal, State and The Company standards, guidelines and regulations. In absence of the Administrator, assumes the responsibility for center operations. The position conducts the nursing process – assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation – under the scope of the State’s Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. Principal Responsibilities Assumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which comply with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. Participates in all admissions decisions, and may visit prospective residents before admissions. Participates in daily and weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications Currently licensed as RN in the state practiced. Associate or Bachelor Degree from an accredited nursing school required. Five years in long-term or acute health care preferred; At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience required. OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
CNA Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

Rapid Response CNA Team

Job Type: Full-Time About the Opportunity The RRT (Rapid Response Team) program is our companies response to an increased need for licensed and certified medical professionals within healthcare facilities experiencing a surge due to a disaster or other organizational challenges. OPCO temporarily deploys licensed/certified and trained nursing professionals such as RN, LVN/LPN, and CNAs, to nursing home facilities to provide patient care. Members will typically deploy for six (6) weeks to eight (8) weeks and work up to 12 hours on an AM or PM shift during 24-hour operations depending on the facility’s needs. Active license/certification required. Benefits: 401K Dental Insurance Health Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance QUALIFICATIONS Active Certified Nursing Aide license in practicing state. At least two years of experience. Excellent attendance and customer-service advocate. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: GENERAL Perform all duties as assigned and in accordance with facility’s established policies and procedures, nursing care procedures and safety rules and regulations. Make resident rounds at the beginning of each shift and every two hours thereafter to administer quality nursing care. Verify the identification of a resident before administering nursing care or serving food, to assure that appropriate care is being provided to the correct resident. Report missing ID bands to admission coordinator immediately. Make beds, clean bedside and overbed tables. Assure that water pitchers are cleaned, filled with fresh drinking water and within the resident’s reach. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nurses, or Administrator. OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
RN MDS Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

MDS Coordinator

Job Type: Full-Time Benefits Offered: Healthcare Dental Vision PTO 401K Your Job Summary The MDS Coordinator will be responsible for timely and accurate completion of both the RAI process and care management process from admission to discharge in accordance with company policy and procedures, and Federal, State and Certification guidelines, and all other entities as appropriate- Minimum Data Set, discharge and admission tracking, etc. With direction from the Director of Nursing and VP of Clinical Reimbursement, may coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department. Principal Responsibilities • Works in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team to assess the needs of the resident; Provides interdisciplinary schedule for MDS assessments and care plan reviews as required by governing agencies. • Ensures that the Interdisciplinary team makes decisions for either completing or not completing additional MDS, assessments based on clinical criteria as identified in the most recent version of the RAI User’s Manual. • Assist with coordination and management of the daily stand up meeting, to include review of resident care and the setting of the assessment reference date(s). • Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the RAI process. • Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents; ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding. • Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines. • Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized MDS programs. • Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members. • Attends interdisciplinary team meeting, quality assurance and other meeting in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records. • Assists DON or designee with identification of a significant change, physician orders and verbal reports to assure that the MDS and care plan are reflective of those changes. • Prepares scheduling, notice of resident care planning conferences, and assists DON in communication of outcomes/problems to the responsible staff, resident, and/or responsible party. • Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology. • Completes electronic submission of required documentation to the state database and other entities per company policy. • Corrects and ensures completion of final MDS and submits resident assessment data to the appropriate State and Federal government agencies. • Assigns, assists, and instructs staff in the RAI Process, PPS Medicare, Medicaid (Case Mix as required) and clinical computer system in relation to these processes. • Maintains confidentiality of necessary information. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Registered Nurse program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Excellent knowledge of Case-Mix, the Federal Medicare PPS process, and Medicaid reimbursement, as required. • Thorough understanding of the Quality Indicator process. Knowledge of the OBRA regulations and Minimum Data Set. • Knowledge of the care planning process. • Experience with MDS 3.0, preferred. The Hillcrest of North Dallas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
RN MDS Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

MDS Coordinator

Job Type: Full-Time Benefits Offered: Healthcare Dental Vision PTO 401K Your Job Summary The MDS Coordinator will be responsible for timely and accurate completion of both the RAI process and care management process from admission to discharge in accordance with company policy and procedures, and Federal, State and Certification guidelines, and all other entities as appropriate- Minimum Data Set, discharge and admission tracking, etc. With direction from the Director of Nursing and VP of Clinical Reimbursement, may coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department. Principal Responsibilities • Works in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team to assess the needs of the resident; Provides interdisciplinary schedule for MDS assessments and care plan reviews as required by governing agencies. • Ensures that the Interdisciplinary team makes decisions for either completing or not completing additional MDS, assessments based on clinical criteria as identified in the most recent version of the RAI User’s Manual. • Assist with coordination and management of the daily stand up meeting, to include review of resident care and the setting of the assessment reference date(s). • Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the RAI process. • Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents; ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding. • Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines. • Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized MDS programs. • Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members. • Attends interdisciplinary team meeting, quality assurance and other meeting in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records. • Assists DON or designee with identification of a significant change, physician orders and verbal reports to assure that the MDS and care plan are reflective of those changes. • Prepares scheduling, notice of resident care planning conferences, and assists DON in communication of outcomes/problems to the responsible staff, resident, and/or responsible party. • Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology. • Completes electronic submission of required documentation to the state database and other entities per company policy. • Corrects and ensures completion of final MDS and submits resident assessment data to the appropriate State and Federal government agencies. • Assigns, assists, and instructs staff in the RAI Process, PPS Medicare, Medicaid (Case Mix as required) and clinical computer system in relation to these processes. • Maintains confidentiality of necessary information. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Registered Nurse program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Excellent knowledge of Case-Mix, the Federal Medicare PPS process, and Medicaid reimbursement, as required. • Thorough understanding of the Quality Indicator process. Knowledge of the OBRA regulations and Minimum Data Set. • Knowledge of the care planning process. • Experience with MDS 3.0, preferred. The Hillcrest of North Dallas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Medication Aide Full-time
OPCO Skilled Management

Certified Medication Aide Rapid Response

Job Type: Full-time Salary: CMA $22.00 / HR Now Accepting RN and LVN applications for the RRT Program. About Us The RRT program is the company’s response to an increased need for licensed and certified medical professionals within healthcare facilities experiencing a surge due to a disaster such as the COVID-19 pandemic and other organizational challenges. OPCO temporarily deploys licensed Certified Medication Aides. Members will typically deploy for six (6) weeks to eight (8) weeks and work up to 12 hours on an AM or PM shift during 24-hour operations depending on the facility’s needs. Active license/certification required. Training and Deployment · RRT members will be trained and oriented for five (5) days on processes, company equipment and software, and service delivery. · Training includes classroom orientation, hands-on training, and preceptorship. Benefits and Compensation: Medical Dental Vision 401k Benefits Available! OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Charge Nurse (Day or NOC) RN/LVN

30-100$/HR $2000 Sign-On Bonus applies! Healthcare, Dental, Vision and PTO Your Job (7PM-7AM) facility is located in Lovington, NM. Come for the job but stay for the challenge! We have both day and night shifts available! This candidate will operate under the scope of practice defined by the state Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for resident care and direction of nursing care during assigned shift; includes staff assignments, mentoring and educating nursing personnel, working with physicians and other medical professionals. Come apply today and meet our lovely Administrator- Cydney! Principal Responsibilities • Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with Company, State, Federal and local rules, regulations, and guidelines. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided. • Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as scheduled. • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. • Effectively manages nursing personnel on shift to limit use of overtime and agency personnel. • Assesses the work performance of nursing staff as it relates to unit standards of care and goals. • Conducts unit huddles to promote communication programs and provides updates to DON. • Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff. • Coordinates shift assignments, resident assignments, rest and meal break for Certified Nurse’s Aides. • Collaborates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices, and preferences. • Assumes nursing administrative responsibilities of the center for weekend and holiday coverage as requested. • Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of residents. • Ensures timely and accurate compliance of the MDS process and that it reflects the resident’s plan of care. • Ensures Point Click Care (PCC) is utilized according the company process. • Ensures that physician orders are followed as prescribed. • Effectively carries out medication management to ensure adequate supplies and that all medications are handled in accordance with company policy. • Ensures that resident's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the resident's health condition. • Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents, accidents, and adverse events to Administrator and Director of Nursing. Ensures that resident's accident/incident, adverse event and grievances/concerns are fully documented, investigated, reported and addressed in accordance with company policies and procedures and the Federal/State rules and regulations. • Investigates resident/family complaints and takes appropriate actions to bring to resolution. • Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the Company Infection Control Manual. • Evaluates the effectiveness of the care interventions, identifies problems and trends and develops alternative interventions. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Charge Nurse (RN or LVN)

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus applies! Healthcare, Dental, Vision and PTO Your Job (7PM-7AM) facility is located in Lovington, NM. Come for the job but stay for the challenge! We have both day and night shifts available! This candidate will operate under the scope of practice defined by the state Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for resident care and direction of nursing care during assigned shift; includes staff assignments, mentoring and educating nursing personnel, working with physicians and other medical professionals. Come apply today and meet our lovely Administrator- Cydney! Principal Responsibilities • Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with Company, State, Federal and local rules, regulations, and guidelines. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided. • Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as scheduled. • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. • Effectively manages nursing personnel on shift to limit use of overtime and agency personnel. • Assesses the work performance of nursing staff as it relates to unit standards of care and goals. • Conducts unit huddles to promote communication programs and provides updates to DON. • Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff. • Coordinates shift assignments, resident assignments, rest and meal break for Certified Nurse’s Aides. • Collaborates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices, and preferences. • Assumes nursing administrative responsibilities of the center for weekend and holiday coverage as requested. • Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of residents. • Ensures timely and accurate compliance of the MDS process and that it reflects the resident’s plan of care. • Ensures Point Click Care (PCC) is utilized according the company process. • Ensures that physician orders are followed as prescribed. • Effectively carries out medication management to ensure adequate supplies and that all medications are handled in accordance with company policy. • Ensures that resident's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the resident's health condition. • Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents, accidents, and adverse events to Administrator and Director of Nursing. Ensures that resident's accident/incident, adverse event and grievances/concerns are fully documented, investigated, reported and addressed in accordance with company policies and procedures and the Federal/State rules and regulations. • Investigates resident/family complaints and takes appropriate actions to bring to resolution. • Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the Company Infection Control Manual. • Evaluates the effectiveness of the care interventions, identifies problems and trends and develops alternative interventions. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Charge Nurse (NOC or Day)

30-100$/HR $2000 Sign-On Bonus applies! Healthcare, Dental, Vision and PTO Your Job (7AM-7PM) Come for the job but stay for the challenge! We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Charge Nurse to work at our facility in Lovington, NM. We are offering 12 hour shifts, competitive pay, and a generous sign-on bonus. We have both day and night shifts available! The candidate will operate under the scope of practice defined by the state Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for resident care and direction of nursing care during assigned shift; includes staff assignments, mentoring and educating nursing personnel, working with physicians and other medical professionals. Come join our team today! Job Summary • Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with Company, State, Federal and local rules, regulations, and guidelines. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided. • Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as scheduled. • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. • Effectively manages nursing personnel on shift to limit use of overtime and agency personnel. • Assesses the work performance of nursing staff as it relates to unit standards of care and goals. • Conducts unit huddles to promote communication programs and provides updates to DON. • Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff. • Coordinates shift assignments, resident assignments, rest and meal break for Certified Nurse’s Aides. • Collaborates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices, and preferences. • Assumes nursing administrative responsibilities of the center for weekend and holiday coverage as requested. • Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of residents. • Ensures timely and accurate compliance of the MDS process and that it reflects the resident’s plan of care. • Ensures Point Click Care (PCC) is utilized according the company process. • Ensures that physician orders are followed as prescribed. • Effectively carries out medication management to ensure adequate supplies and that all medications are handled in accordance with company policy. • Ensures that resident's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the resident's health condition. • Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents, accidents, and adverse events to Administrator and Director of Nursing. Ensures that resident's accident/incident, adverse event and grievances/concerns are fully documented, investigated, reported and addressed in accordance with company policies and procedures and the Federal/State rules and regulations. • Investigates resident/family complaints and takes appropriate actions to bring to resolution. • Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the Company Infection Control Manual. • Evaluates the effectiveness of the care interventions, identifies problems and trends and develops alternative interventions. • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational program and licensed in the state of practice, required. • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OPCO Skilled Management

Charge Nurse LPN/RN

About Charge Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) QUALIFICATIONS : Must have a current RN/ LPN license Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal or written instructions in English Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner Ability to be flexible and positive with intermittent interruptions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : To assure resident safety. Provides the best possible nursing care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing functions of patients in the unit Makes nursing assignments appropriate to the skill level of employees Maintains acceptable standards of patient care Identifies problems and guides personnel to their solution Creates a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction of personnel Accurately and promptly implements physicians' orders Supports and enforces infection-control policies and procedures Maintains a professional approach with confidentiality Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, other departments, and visitors Obtains and documents nursing history from the patient and/or significant other that is comprehensive of present condition and prior problems Performs basic assessment of the patient, indicating adequate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology Records vital signs, notes changes, and pursues more-specific investigation as needed Assesses for and notifies physician and other appropriate parties of changes in condition Uses assessment information to develop a care plan before the end of duty time that communicates enough information for incoming personnel to adequately care for the patient Uses care plans as a basis for providing safe and therapeutic care to patients Consistently follows established standards, policies, and procedures in providing nursing care Accepts accountability for clinical care of assigned patients, including supervision of nonprofessional personnel Communicates with the patient and his or her family and other members of the health care team in carrying out the goals of the care plan Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members and guests Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations Use appropriate work place behavior and adhere to dress code at all times OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.