Registered Nurse
Due to recent growth, we currently have opportunities for RNs to join our caring nurses at Forest Hill Health & Rehab center, a 156 bed Skilled Nursing Home located in Forest Hill, MD.
We currently have 2 RN opportunites available:
- FT day shift (7:00 - 3:30)
- FT night shift (11p-7:30a)
Summary:
Assesses and evaluates the health status of resident / patient and provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders and standards of practice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Assesses patients by physical examination including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
- Administers medications and treatments.
- Participates in the care planning process and oversees implementation of the plan.
- Supervises LPNs and nursing assistants.
- Communicates with physicians regarding changes in conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
- Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
- Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Supervises nursing care provided by nursing assistants, licensed vocational/practical nurses and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizational policies and applicable laws.
- Is in charge of facility in absence of higher-ranking management officials.
- Uses independent judgment and discretion on behalf of the organization in the performance of these duties.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises LPNs, LVNs, graduate nurses, certified nursing assistants