RN Charge Nurse - Evening/Night Shift

Join us at

Oakview Health & Rehab

• 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

Fulltime

Pay: $38 to $45

Shift differentials evenings, nights and weekends

Management add on pay

Weekly pay

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off with ability to cash out

• 7 paid Holidays

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Company Paid Life and Disability

• 401(k) with match

• Referral Bonus Program

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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