Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (Healthcare)

The Licensed Nurse/Registered Nurse assists the Director of Nursing Services in executing the responsibilities for the operation of the nursing unit during the shift to which assigned in a manner which is consistent with the facility mission and principles that assure the highest practical level of quality care and services to our residents and other customers.

Reports To:

Director of Nursing

• Administers and records medications and/or treatments as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assures that controlled substances are handled in the manner prescribed by law and the facility policies and verifies the accuracy of all related records for use and accountability.
• Supervises the direct care staff and the activities related to nursing care in the assigned primary care unit during his/her tour of duty.
• Assures that each resident receives all care and services in accordance with the medical and interdisciplinary plan of care as a means of reaching the highest practicable level of functioning in the performance of activities of daily living.
• Participates in the completion of direct resident care on the shift to which assigned within the scope of nursing licensure and training.
• Is familiar with the rules, regulations and standards of care in the long-term care setting and assures that the rules are followed on his/her tour of duty.
• Is responsible for maintaining safe and accurate distribution of medications and/or treatments and all related record keeping in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws and regulations.
• May serve as the supervisor on duty in the absence of the departmental supervisor.
• Assists in acquiring call-in replacements, and unit coverage for the nursing unit as necessary.
• Performs employee evaluations for the Registered Long Term Care Nursing Assistants (RLTCNA) under his/her supervision as assigned.
• Participates in the recruitment, hiring, training/ education, lay-off, evaluation, and discipline of the unit personnel.
• Attends scheduled meetings and educational programs as required.
• Communicates verbally and in writing to assure the continuity of resident care between shift personnel in a timely and up-to-date manner using tools such as the 24-Hour Report.
• Collaborates with the Clinical Care Coordinator in the assessment and development of the resident plan of care.
• Maintains the medical record according to the facility policies and procedures and preserves confidentiality of all related information.
• Takes appropriate action in the event of an emergency clinical situation such as cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or other life-threatening event then confers immediately with the registered nurse in charge for further instructions.
• Assures that all supplies are promptly charged to the appropriate resident where applicable.
• Communicates and collaborates with members of the health care team as necessary.
• Participates actively in the quality assurance and improvement process to achieve customer-oriented delivery of care and services according to quality standards.
• Facilitates open lines of communication between the management team and members of the staff.
• Acts as liaison between the facility, family members, visitors and the public in a competent and confidential manner.
• Assumes responsibility as the manager in charge in the absence of a member of the Administrator or a senior member of the management team.
• Required to assist physician in resident rounds.
• Is responsible for assuring resident safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Is a graduate of an accredited school of nursing for professional registered or practical nurses.
• Possesses a current licensed to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the nursing licensed boards of the State of West Virginia.