What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge Nurse-LVN/RN- 2p-10p/ M-F position at Cedar Lake Nursing Home and Rehab?
Cedar Lake Nursing Home and Rehabilitation strives to provide the level of care we would want our family members to receive. You will be expected to provide nursing care as prescribed by the physicians and according to the standard of nursing practices and regulations and supervise the CNA staff in delivering direct resident care.
Position Functions:
- Prepare and review medical records and nurses’ notes, assess residents to evaluate their physical and emotional status. Monitor resident activity and provide nursing care according to order, care plans, established standards, and facility policies. Communicate with residents, family members, other interdisciplinary team members, and management regarding resident status.
- Coordinate and assist or prepare for new admissions, transfers, and discharges of residents.
- Transcribe physicians’ telephone orders.
- Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician according to nursing standards and facility policies.
- Sign, date, and perform all charting and record-keeping according to policies and procedures.
- Supervise and direct CNA staff in the delivery of resident care and monitor their performance. Schedule CNA job assignments, set priorities, assist, coach, and counsel as needed.
- Understand, comply with, and promote all rules regarding residents’ rights.
- Assist and participate in in-service training; assist in implementing orientation programs and job skills training; maintain professional competence.
- Monitor environment and care practices of nursing personnel to ensure compliance with established safety, fire, and disaster, infection control, and all other department policies and procedures; ensure cleanliness and safety of work and treatment areas.
Qualifications:
- Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing and currently licensed by Texas.
- Must be able to relate positively to residents and families.
- Must be able to supervise employees and work cooperatively with other employees to meet resident care objectives.
- Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Free parking
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Please come by and apply in person or contact Human Resources at 903-489-4401
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27
