What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse Consultant position at Portland Center Assisted Living?
PCAL is part of our First Atlantic Healthcare family of nursing and assisted living facilities, 100% Maine based and family-owned. We take pride in service to others, knowing we make a difference in the lives of our seniors. For you and your team members, our homes provide a rewarding career and sense of purpose. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Portland Center Assisted Living follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The RN Consultant assists the administrator by performing administrative responsibilities in the overall delivery of care. Meets the responsibilities of the RN Consultant as outlined in the state regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Oversees nursing care and assures the Nursing Department is in compliance with all state rules and regulations, meets the facility’s and ANA standards of care, and is in compliance with any applicable Federal rules / guidelines.
- Assures all nursing personnel have received appropriate training, orientation, and evaluation to deliver quality care.
- Assures all nursing personnel promote and maintain positive relationships with each other, other departments, residents, families, visitors, and all community agencies.
- Researches and recommends improved methods of delivery of nursing care. Coordinates CQI process.
- Collaborates with the Management Team to implement strategies to assure the delivery of quality care and a timely admission and discharge process.
- Supports administration in meeting census and case mix goals.
- Demonstrates interest in self-growth, professional study and knowledge update. Keeps license current.
- Demonstrates inter-departmental cooperation / collaboration and committee participation. Consults appropriately and is receptive to supervision / guidance.
- Dependable and demonstrates excellent attendance.
- Follows facility policies and procedures.
- Reviews resident medical records, care, procedures, and practices in the nursing department, assesses the resident for appropriate care based areas assessed, and develops a written report which is given to the Administrator per state regulations. Must be familiar with state regulations.
- The position requires travel, as the RN will rotate between three First Atlantic facilities ( PCAL, Montello, Freeport Place).
Education and Experience
- Managerial knowledge
- Experience in
nursing; minimum of two (2) years preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Grasp of clinical nursing issues and ability to teach / direct staff.
- Ability to lead the nursing department in such a way to meet the high standards of the facility.
- Ability to work under pressure with interruptions.
- Capability to plan, organize and direct nursing service for the residents.
- Ability to evaluate nursing service employees.
- Ability to teach correct clinical nursing methods.
- Knowledge and understanding of federal and state rules and regulations.
- Ability to comprehend, supervise, and practice safety procedures and practices.
- Ability to be employed per state regulations / or as deemed necessary and to be available on a twenty-four (24) hour basis, either personally or through a nursing delegate.
Certificates and Licenses
- Valid license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maine
