RN Charge Nurse

Position: RN Charge Nurse (7p - 7a)
Essential Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

* Regularly assess and chart the resident's condition, monitoring for any significant change and generate appropriate internal and/or external response.

* Administer prescribed medications and treatments to assure the highest level of care for the resident and document all care appropriately.

* Lead and manage direct reports to assure the desired level of resident service, care, and satisfaction. Monitor and evaluate team member performance; provide coaching, training, and corrective actions as required. Assure equitable administration of policies, and compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

* Communicate medical data to physicians regarding resident's condition. Collaborate with medical team, note physician's orders, and coordinate with appropriate pharmacy and/or ancillary department team members to assure follow through with orders for testing, medication, or treatment as ordered.

* Document and complete monthly resident reports, transfer records, and weekly skin reports per Montereau policy and procedure, to assure a high quality of care is maintained and service documentation is maintained for billing accuracy.

* Assist Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) with personal care for the residents

* Prepare shift change reports and participate in walking rounds with oncoming shift and provide a daily briefing to assure a clear transition between shifts

* Educate residents, residents' families, staff, and students, when applicable, on medical procedures to assure maximum effectiveness and continuity of care during a resident's time with Montereau and following discharge.

* Immediately report any incident of resident abuse or neglect, or suspected resident abuse or neglect, to appropriate health services leadership.