Jacksonville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center -
Reports to : Director of Nursing
OVERVIEW :
Assist the Director of Nursing and Associate Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department.
Maintains quality clinical care for residents / patients in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the Facility.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Supervises the clinical care planning and delivery processes to ensure the coordination of quality patient care. Reviews and updates the care plan accordingly
Assesses residents / clients upon admission and periodically as conditions change
Performs rounds to evaluate patient condition
Provides or assists with the delivery of direct patient care when indicated, including activities of daily living, meal assistance, medication and treatment administration, and leisure activities when indicated
Obtains and implements Physician Orders, checking for accuracy and completeness
Communicates between shifts regarding changes in resident / patient conditions
Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients / residents, staff and visitors
Provides clinical assessment to MD / NPs on call for quality outcomes delivered to patients
Plans, implements and evaluates the clinical competencies and on-going educational / orientation needs of the staff.
Participate in Facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services
Participate in developing, implementing, and periodically updating the resident’s written discharge plan
Ensure that a sufficient number of nursing staff is available for each shift to ensure that quality care is maintained
Make daily rounds of the Nursing Services Department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
Report findings to the Director of Nursing Services
Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Director of Nursing Services, as required or as may be necessary
Maintain nursing supplies inventory and other responsibilities as required
Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process
other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
Current registration and license to practice as a Nurse in Floridan a hospital, nursing home or other healthcare setting and a minimum 1-year experience as a nurse supervisor
CPR / BLS certified
Strong knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care centers.
The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty