Registered Nurse 3rd Shift

Overview

Registered Nurse FT 3rd Shift
Good Shepherd – Ashland, OH 44805

Salary Range: $35.00 - $37.75 hourly
Level: Entry
Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: 3rd Shift
Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage :
None
Category:
Health Care

***$5,000 Sign On Bonus***

Responsible for administering nursing service in accordance with current applicable guidelines and regulations to ensure the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times. Act as the resident advocate and assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability for the quantity and quality of the resident care given on assigned shift.

• Direct day‑to‑day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines established by the Ohio Department of Health and CMS Life Safety Code, ensuring care is provided in accordance with the resident care plan and wishes.
• Direct the LPN on the same unit in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines established by the Ohio Board of Nursing, ensuring care is provided in accordance with the resident care plan and wishes.
• Monitor assigned staff to ensure they are following established safety regulations and infection control techniques in the use of equipment and supplies.
• Ensure proper administration of all treatments and medications, including narcotics.
• Administer IV medications and fluids via peripheral or central lines within assigned unit and as needed throughout the building as directed by the Nursing Supervisor.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
• Meet with assigned staff and support personnel in planning the shift’s services, programs, and activities and make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of the shift using 24‑hour report form as mechanism for communication.
• Complete accident/incident reports as necessary, report changes in condition and ensure appropriate documentation regarding such in the medical record.
• Receive physician’s telephone orders and transcribe orders to resident chart, care plan, medication, and treatment records.
• Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to that care.
• Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, in accordance with established policies.
• Participate in employee performance evaluations, determine shift staffing requirements, and make recommendations to unit managers/supervisors concerning employee discipline, dismissals, transfers, etc.
• Inspect the nursing service treatment areas, resident lounges, and rooms to ensure they are maintained in a clean and safe manner.
• Review complaints and grievances made by the resident/family, making written and/or oral report to the nurse managers. Report all allegations of abuse and begin immediate investigation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervises:
Nursing Assistants

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) with current, active license in the State of Ohio.
• Long‑term care experience is preferred.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer residents (25–50 lbs).
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Be compassionate, friendly, kind, and understanding of the needs of the elderly.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and families.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with a wide range of people.

• Flexibility in managing schedule including weekends and evening hours.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and access to reliable insured transportation meeting LSS insurance standards.

• Standing/walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs with appropriate assistance.
• Seeing, speaking, hearing, and hand function adequate for reading reports, using a computer, and communicating with clients and co‑workers.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Normal facility working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. They do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.