Registered Nurse - Omaha, United States - Emerald Nursing & Rehab Legacy Pointe

Description

Day Shift 6am-6pm

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for the independent supervision of the delivery of care to a group of residents on a nursing unit. Assess resident needs, develop individual care plans, administer nursing care, evaluate nursing care. Supervise CNAs, MAs and other personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assure that effective quality nursing care is delivered which is outcome focused through utilization of the nursing process. Identify needs and provide input for discharge planning and follow-up throughout length of stay


• Assist with development of individualized plan of care in collaboration with the resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team


• Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost efficiently with focus on resident centered outcomes by utilizing all appropriate, available resources for resident, family or responsible party counseling and discharge planning. Work in collaboration with physician and other health care professionals by sharing information relevant to changing plan of care


• Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices

CODE OF CONDUCT

Must adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Nebraska


• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics preferred


• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS

• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices


• Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information


• Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds