Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
Under the supervision of the DON and or Unit Manager, the RN assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients for a shift of duty. Nursing care is provided though assessment, implementation and evaluation of the plan of care. The RN adheres to the standards of care for the area, manages the environment to maintain resident/patient safety and supervises the resident/patient care activity performance by Nursing Assistants and helpers. Follows all center’s policies and procedures. Performs duties as defined by the Sate Nurse Practice Act