What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN- Skilled Nursing Facility position at Mission Healthcare at Bellevue?
Description
Mission Healthcare at Bellevue is hiring Registered Nurses to support their skilled nursing facility.
- $51 - $55.00 / DOE
- Must have an RN License in good standing
- FT Evening Shift
- Every other Saturday/Sunday Evening Shift
General Statement of Position:
The purpose of this position is to follow facility policies and procedures to implement a full medical and care plan for the residents of the Skilled Nursing facility. This will include following policies and procedures already established by the building, working with the physicians to follow orders for the care of the residents and coordinating with the care team to best care for the residents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow established standards of nursing practices to implement facility policies and procedures related to medication and treatment administration per the doctors’ orders
- Interpret existing policies and procedures, physician’s orders, state and federal guidelines to maximize the health status of each patient. Assist in communicating appropriate actions to members of the care team, appropriate related parties, and facility management staff.
- Administer medications per physicians’ orders to patients in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
- Monitor patients and report vital signs and status via the healthcare chart. Report and adverse effects and reactions to appropriate party.
- Notify physician, as necessary, of changes in patients’ conditions, weight, medication errors, medication not available, abnormal laboratory/X-ray results and any other unusual observations.
- Record all physician orders and communications and report to appropriate person(s) per facility policy.
- Complete all documentation related to the patient’s care plan and health status.
- Complete and document comprehensive assessments of patient needs and health status per facility policies.
- Follow comprehensive care plans related to all health conditions based on each patient’s needs and his/her comprehensive assessment as assigned.
- Identify safety hazards and initiate corrective action immediately.
- Follow facility Patients’ Rights policies and procedures
- Participate in facility education and in-service programs.
- Attend staff meetings, interdisciplinary team meetings, rehabilitation meetings and committee meetings as assigned.
- Assume responsibility for compliance with federal, State and local regulations within the assigned unit.
- Perform comprehensive assessment of patients as assigned.
- Promptly report changes in patient conditions to the Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and responsible party. Take follow-up action as necessary.
- Competently perform nursing tasks.
Requirements
- Minimum ADN, BSN preferred
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) License, in good standing, in the State of Washington
- (1) year minimum providing nursing services on the floor
- Experience in post-acute care preferred
- Proven track record in supervising staff on a care team
- Training and experience required
Knowledge and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Proficient computer skills to manage the electronic health record (EHR)
- Ability to manage information electronically and transfer records appropriately
- Ability to work in an electronic environment
- Sufficient experience with management tools to be able to understand staffing schedules and staff management
- Refined deductive reasoning skills to be able to problem solve on shift
- Must have valid driver’s license and dependable access to a vehicle for business use
- Must be in good health and physically/mentally capable of performing assigned tasks
- Working knowledge of personal computing and word processing software
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows
Employee Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & AD&D Insurance, voluntary STD, LTD, 401k with employer match, 16 days Paid Time Off and holidays, WA & CA Paid Sick Leave and discretionary bonuses. For a complete list of employee benefits, please visit careage.com/careers
Why work with us?
Our employees are more than just coworkers – they are family – just like our patients! Working at Mission Healthcare, you will be provided ample opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. You will also be working alongside individuals who share the same passion and commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, service, and life enrichment to our patients. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. Join us!
About Mission Healthcare
Mission Healthcare provides short-term, post-acute care and rehabilitation after a surgery or hospital stay. Our team of caregivers, nurses, and therapists work with the guidance and collaboration of the patient's medical team to provide the services needed for their recovery. For more information, visit MissionHealthcare.com
About Careage
Careage is a leading provider of senior-focused construction, management, and health care services throughout the United States. They are committed to providing exceptional services to a wide variety of clients, including hospitals, medical clinics, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation facilities, Assisted Living Communities, Memory Care centers, and retirement communities. For more Careage news, go to www.careage.com
Salary : $51 - $55