Registered Nurse - Bakersfield, United States - The Orchards Post-Acute

The Orchards Post-Acute
The Orchards Post-Acute
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Bakersfield, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

The Orchards Post Acute, situated in Bakersfield, CA, is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled
Registered Nurse (RN) to join our compassionate healthcare team. As an RN, you will play a vital role in delivering top-notch care to our patients. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about nursing, exhibit exceptional clinical skills, and demonstrate a profound commitment to patient well-being.
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Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) NOC SHIFT

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Department:Nursing

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Facility:The Orchards Post Acute

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Facility Type:Skilled Nursing Facility

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Location:730 34th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
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Position Type:Full Time, NOC Shift (3x12)

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Department: Nursing

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Shift Type:NOC shift, (6:00PM- 6:30AM)
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Pay Range:$50- $54/hour (Depends On Experience)


Responsibilities/Duties

  • The Registered Nurse coordinates and provides nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members. The RN's scope of work may be modified by statespecific rules under the Nurse Practice Act. As a supervisor, the RN has the authority, in the interest of the employer, to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline other employees, or the responsibility to direct them or to adjust their grievances, or effectively recommend such action, the exercise of which is not merely routine or clerical in nature, and are therefore expected to exercise that authority through the use of independent judgment in carrying out such duties.
  • Documents the resident's condition and identifies the resident's nursing needs.
  • Accurately and promptly implements physicians' orders.
  • Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents and documents that treatment, as required by The Orchards Post-Acute, and local, state and federal rules and regulations.
  • Assists physicians with special tests and procedures within the scope of state specified Nurse Practice Act.
  • Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and that equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
  • Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
  • Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in residents.
  • As a supervisor, the RN has the authority, in the interest of the employer, to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline other employees, or responsibly direct them, or to adjust their grievances, or effectively to recommend such action,, the exercise of which is not merely routine or clerical in nature, and are therefore expected to exercise that authority through the use of independent judgment in carrying out such duties in the interest of the community.
  • Supports the philosophy, mission, commitment, vision, and values of The Orchards Post-Acute.
  • Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned junior staff members and CNAs.
  • Assists in the orientation of newly assigned personnel as well as supervises and instructs other nursing personnel as assigned.
  • Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the resident's needs and the person's capabilities and qualifications.
  • Evaluates data and compares various courses of action when assigning team members.
  • Conducts or participates in performance evaluations of CNAs under supervision.
  • Assumes the responsibility for ensuring appropriate staffing levels. Immediately notifies the Director of Nursing Services and/or the Executive Director of inappropriate staffing levels and assists with resolution.
  • Supervises nursing unit/assignment, which includes assignment work flows and directing the nursing staff, to the extent permitted by the Nurse Practicing Act.
  • Meets with assigned unit personnel throughout the shift to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services. Provides shift report to applicable unit personnel at the beginning and end of the work shift to ensure completion of assignments and continuity of care.
  • Coordinates nursing care of residents when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.
  • Assures that nursing personnel follow established nursing procedures and The Orchards Post-Acute policies.
  • Assists in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.
  • Assumes the responsibility of correcting, coaching, and counseling underperforming personnel.
  • Participates in counseling, disciplinary action, and termination of staff, to the extent permitted by the Nurse Practice Act.
  • Initiates the investigation of accidents and unusual occurrences and makes the necessary written report to the Director of Nursing Services.
  • Investigates complaints and grievances and makes necessary oral/written reports to the Director of Nursing Services.
  • Keeps the Director of Nursing Services informed about the status of residents, staff, and related matters.
  • Promotes interpersonal relationships and develops
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