Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
-Knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the long-term care facility; we are happy to teach new graduates and nurses new to Long Term and Skilled Nursing. -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. -Chart appropriately and timely within our electronic medical record. -Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment. -Interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess resident’s condition. -Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in residents’ conditions. Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records. -Modify resident treatment plans as indicated by residents’ responses and conditions. -Monitor all aspects of care, including diet and physical activity. -Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate resident care plans. -Instruct individuals, families on topics such as health education, disease prevention, and develop health improvement programs. -Prepare residents for, and assist with, examinations and treatments. -Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensure that stock of supplies is maintained.