Delegating Nurse

Looking for a Talented Delegating Nurse for Assisted Living and Memory Support 

Life Plan Community in Washington DC

Wage range $100k-$110k commensurate with experience

Parking available!

Great Benefits

Full Time
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Matching and Three-Year Vesting
• Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
• Onsite CPR Training
• Certified Dementia Practitioner Training *
• Well-Being Model
• Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from Residents
• UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
• Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Tickets to Work

*Available for selected employees

About Ingleside at Rock Creek

Ingleside at Rock Creek is a not-for-profit, CARF-accredited, Life Plan Community nestled alongside Washington, DC’s beautiful Rock Creek Park. A diverse group of people whose experiences and interests create the perfect balance for stylish retirement living in this engaging community. Ingleside at Rock Creek is certified as a Great Place to Work. We are CARF Certified, and Sage certified.

Job Requirements: 

A minimum of an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree preferred in Nursing field, five (5) to seven (7) years of nursing experience with RN license required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Incumbents should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability, strong customer service skills, and be knowledgeable of all Department of Health and Department of Social Services regulations.  Must be proficient in the operation of computer applications, general office and medical equipment. Current CPR certification required 

Job Summary:  

This position is primarily responsible for functioning as the RN Delegating Nurse in Assisted Living and Memory Support Assisted Living. Position also supports various nursing initiatives undertaken in the Skilled Nursing neighborhood to include collaborating with DON and ADON to design and implement clinical systems and processes; staff education; survey preparation activities; electronic systems migration and support; management of infection control/prevention activities in compliance with local and federal requirements; and other projects assigned by the Administrator. Additional duties include scheduling and providing medical services to employees and residents. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Assisted Living & Memory Support Assisted Living  

Conducts daily rounds to review safety, sanitation, and the environment of the Assisted Living and memory Support Assisted Living  

• Conducts daily rounds to review safety, sanitation, and the environment of the Assisted Living and Memory Support Assisted Living   

• Communicate with residents and families daily to ensure the community is meeting their needs to maintain physical health and mental well-being. 

• Holds Stand Up meeting with last staff to discuss daily issues and orders for Admissions and regular residents as needed. 

• Monitors nursing functions to ensure all needs of the residents are tended to.  Focuses on nursing and non-nursing functions to maintain efficient operation. 

• Attends all administrative meetings. 

• Coordinates room turnover with family and Admissions coordinator.  Contact maintenance coordinator to move, paint, clean, etc. the room within 24 hours of turnover. 

• Forwards ancillary billing charges and resident rental equipment to Accounts Payable at the end of each month. 

• Processes admissions to include furniture movement, chart compliance, resident transition, room change, and family satisfaction. 

• Conducts a resident and family care plan meeting twice a month to discuss resident’s plan and level of care and to include staff, residents and family members. 

• Coordinates and contacts Hospice in the event of resident’s health deterioration.  Plans on transfers of residents to Hospice and notifies family immediately. 

• Ensures all proper procedures are followed in the event of a resident’s death; notifies family and staff as appropriate. 

• Supervises the Wander Guard program for residents at risk of leaving the community. 

• Works in conjunction with clinic to coordinate PPD screening and renewals.   Ensure all residents and staff have been screened as appropriate. 

• Completes UAI and mental health screening on all potential admissions.  

Admissions Assessment 

Assisted in transitioning to different levels of care including assessments for services, resident transition, and family guidance. 

• Maintains contact with clinic to receive information on new residents moving into the community. Inform staff of new admission as need be. 

• Works in conjunction with the clinic to provide new resident assessments (i.e. UAI) and meets with the family to discuss services to be provided. 

• Completes mental health screening of new residents with the clinic to ensure completion upon move in day. 

• Creates resident chart to include UAI and other pertinent information regarding resident physical and mental health. 

• Coordinates move-in procedures with residents, family, and staff to ensure resident transition is as smooth as possible. 

• Meets with family prior to moving in and within 24 hours following admission. 

• Reviews quality assurance charts daily; follows up with any errors to ensure corrections were made in a timely manner. 

• Meets with family and Care Plan team bi-weekly to discuss care plans and adjusts accordingly.  Revises UAI during care plan meeting.  

Supervisory Responsibilities 

Acts as a leader and manager of assigned positions; ensuring productivity, efficiency and accuracy in work performed. 

• Ensures initial and on-going training is provided to employees as needed; ensures cross-training is completed as appropriate. 

• Identifies unacceptable performance and behavior exhibited by employees and takes appropriate action; utilizes progressive discipline policy when appropriate and maintains documentation as required. 

• Conducts annual performance evaluations of AL staff; sends copy of evaluation to Human Resources. 

• Updates job Assisted Living Unit procedures on an as needed basis. 

Performance and Professionalism 

Maintains professional presence when representing Ingleside; exhibits degree of professionalism consistent with standards in performance, behavior, and appearance 

• Always maintains resident confidentiality and privacy according to policies and procedures; uses discretion when discussing confidential matters. 

• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior with residents, families, co-workers, subordinates, supervisors, and other department staff. 

• Maintains positive working relationships with management and coworkers; willingly and timely follows directions and requests as appropriate.  

• Exhibits professional standards through appearance and demeanor consistent with company standards.  

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of work assignments and performs in a manner to meet quality and timeliness objectives.  

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures; seeks clarification or interpretation from appropriate supervisor when needed. 

• Uses tactful, diplomatic, and respectful communication techniques in all relations with others.  

Professional Development 

Demonstrates professional development/skills competency in all activities. 

• Participates in in-service, projects, or committees as time permits. 

• Maintain all certifications necessary for employment. 

• Demonstrates flexibility, open mindedness, and versatility in adjusting to changing environments and requirements as necessary. 

• Commits to continually improving his/her skills through participation in education opportunities whether offered on the job, within, or outside of the community, to increase knowledge of work-related issues. 

• Maintains a current knowledge of federal, state and all regulations applicable to job. 

• Maintains up-to-date CPR certification 

Safety & Security 

Complies with Ingleside at Rock Creek's established safety rules and practices. 

• Complies with applicable safety policies and procedures as prescribed by the organization, as well as government regulations. 

• Reports any potential safety hazard(s) immediately to the supervisor or other appropriate personnel. 

• Reports any injury of resident, visitor, or employee immediately to supervisor or other appropriate personnel 

• Provides assistance to residents, visitors, or employees in an emergency situation, following the proper emergency procedures. 

EEO Statement 

As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. 

Salary : $100,000 - $110,000