Job Details
Pine Ridge Care Center -
Assesses and evaluates the health status of resident / patient and provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders and standards of practice.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assesses patients by physical examination including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
Administers medications and treatments.
Participates in the care planning process and oversees implementation of the plan.
Supervises LPNs and nursing assistants.
Communicates with physicians regarding changes in conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
Valid State licensure as an RN.
Current CPR certification.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises LPNs, LVNs, student nurses, nurse assistants