Job Description
Join us at
– a place where you’ll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We’ll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life – both inside and outside of our centers. And you’ll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that’s known for the highest level of care in our communities
Pay: $38 to $45
Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends
Management add on pay
Weekly pay
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assessment and documentation of patient condition.
- Operation of oxygen equipment including turning off and on, changing cylinder heads, cleaning/replacing humidifier and other as necessary.
- Operations of suction machine (oral) including cleaning, selection of appropriate suction catheter and storage.
- Operations and use of manual respirator.
- Location and use of emergency equipment supplies (box and/or crash cart etc.).
- Operation of whirlpool.
- Operation of scales.
- Operation of glucose monitoring devices, calibration and cleaning etc.
- Use of electronic thermometers (oral/rectal and ear).
- Delivery of medications (setting up, rotating, charting, ordering, giving to patients, etc.).
- Ordering and use of stock drugs.
- Administration and documentation of insulin.
- Use and delivery of PRN medications.
- Use and delivery of topical treatment application (eye, ear, nose, etc.).
- Use, delivery and documentation of narcotic medication.
- Receiving drugs from pharmacy in accordance with established procedures.
- Application of sterile dressings.
- Operation and proper use of pressure reduction surfaces.
- Use of oral airway.
- Knowledge of isolation procedures (where to implement etc.).
- Knowledge of location and proper use of personal protective equipment (gloves, masks, gowns and aprons etc.).
- Delivery of enemas (S&S and fleets).
- Insertion, irrigation and routine care of male/female catheters.
- Delivery of tube feedings (insertion, flushing, proper amounts etc.).
- Knowledge of procedures and ability to determine Advance Directive status for patients.
- Collection of lab specimens and interpreting results.
- IV implementation and administration.
- Seizure precautions and administration of IV medication during a seizure.
- Admits, discharges and transfers patients as requested.
- Documentation and billing of supplies used.
- Sends patients to the hospital as necessary.
- Knowledge of procedures to follow if unable to reach physician.
- Provides oversight and direction unlicensed nursing personnel.
- Makes compliance rounds and reporting any pertinent issues.
- Maintains effective lines of communication with attending physicians.
- Assists the Director of Nursing Services to coordinate the care planning/MDS process and committee meetings as necessary.
- Participates in patient screening and selection process as requested.
- Assists the Director of Nursing Services in follow-up on consultant recommendations, i.e., pharmacy, dietary, etc.
- Provides demonstration/education as necessary for unlicensed nursing personnel to perform job.
- Completes documentation procedures on patients (appropriate use of forms, timelines, and Medicare documentation etc.).
- Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.
- Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.
- Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.
- Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills required
- Effective and professional verbal, and written communication skills
- Communicates well with other associates, patients, family members, and visitors providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude. Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or is a graduate of an approved RN program.
An active RN License to practice in the State of Georgia
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides oversight and direction unlicensed nursing personnel.
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