RN

POSITION SUMMARY
The REGISTERED NURSE (RN) delivers care to residents ensuring all applicable laws,
regulations and Company standards are met. Reports to Director of Nursing (DON).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Must be knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws,
regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the long-term care facility.
 Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such
action.
 Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise
professional and non-professional personnel.
 Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs,
goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Nursing department.
 Must understand and follow company policies, including harassment and complaint
procedures.
 Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
 Must be able to knowledgeably and competently deliver basic nursing care to residents.
 Must be able to evaluate resident’s needs through ongoing assessment and revises care
plan based on changes in resident’s condition.
 Must be able to provide clinical supervision to LPNs and CNAs.
 Must be able to chart appropriately and timely.
 Must practice dependable, regular attendance.
 Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
 Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.
 Must be able to Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in residents’
conditions.
 Must be able to maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
 Must be able to interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess resident’s
condition.
 Must be able to modify resident treatment plans as indicated by residents’ responses and
conditions.
 Must be able to consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate resident care plans.
 Must be able to monitor all aspects of resident care, including diet and physical activity.
 Must be able to instruct individuals, families on topics such as health education, disease
prevention, and develop health improvement programs.
 Must be able to prepare residents for, and assist with, examinations and treatments.
 Must be able to prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensure
that stock of supplies is maintained.

 Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
Education : Associate’s Degree (two year college or technical school)
Experience : Six months to one year related experience
Certificates and Licenses
 Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
 Must have valid license as Registered Nurse where the assigned facility is located.
 Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation. CPR certification
must remain current during employment.

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responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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