Job Description

Description:

Looking for a career with a purpose? Join our family!

Congratulations to our staffs in Georgetown - Harrison Senior Living who voted us a "GREAT PLACE TO WORK" ! through the Activated Insights\xc2\xae Survey Group.

At Harrison Senior Living we are dedicated to providing our residents with the very best in independent senior care and assisted living so their families can have peace of mind. Our home-like atmospheres offer a comfortable environment with the security of knowing that exceptional care is being given at all times. Harrison House of Georgetown is a 139-bed skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Sussex County in Georgetown, Delaware. Family owned and operated, we take extra pride and care in the services delivered to our residents. We believe exceptional patient care comes naturally when our staff feels respected and valued.

We are looking for passionate RN who is ready to join us and make a difference in our communities.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

\xc2\xb7 Documentation in nursing notes (nurses notes, physician order transcription, monthly completion infection control reports, completion of incident reports, monitor weekly skin rounds, bowel & bladder program evaluations, monitor feedings, fall prevention program effectiveness, weekly skin condition updates, weekly I & O notes, weekly wound care sheets, pharmacy review & corrections, monthly diabetic monitoring, diabetic foot care monitoring, employee evaluations, pain assessments/chart reviews)

\xc2\xb7 Documentation/responsibility for the following:

- 24-hour incident witness statements

- Psychotropic drug monitoring & dose reduction monitoring

- AIMS test due dates

- ADL documentation (meals, nourishments, BMs)

- Monitor medication room for expired drugs, dated insulin, etc.

- Monitor narcotic record/signature sheet

- Monitor med return for discharged residents

- Monitor compliance with admission paperwork

- Monitor crash cart

- Care plan updates & initiation as needed

- Functional care summaries for Medicaid residents

- Monitor restraints (weekly restraint notes, family authorization)

- Monitor/track immunizations & documentation

- Monitor splint compliance

- Submission of therapy screens as needed

- Creation/update of CNA assignments

\xc2\xb7 Monitor physician notification of lab reports, resident updates, weight loss, injuries, incidents, dietary change/alert reporting

\xc2\xb7 Residents continuity of care, pre/post shift reports, physician/family notification of change in condition, resident observation/evaluation rounds 2 x per shift, monitor scheduled appointments/follow up

\xc2\xb7 Report all narcotic discrepancies to Director of Nursing

\xc2\xb7 Ensure physician completes/signs required documentation, update physician on resident care issues, ensure accurate transcription of orders, serve as liaison for residents/family/physician issues

\xc2\xb7 Treatments, performance of all treatments as ordered by physician, treatment cart check

\xc2\xb7 Monitor and ensure cleanliness/organization of unit/equipment

\xc2\xb7 Enforce facility policies and procedures

\xc2\xb7 Supervision of aides/licensed staff on unit

\xc2\xb7 Rotation in on call schedule

\xc2\xb7 Monitor high risk residents, behavior documentation/side effects

\xc2\xb7 Maintain current education requirements in geriatrics or related topics

\xc2\xb7 All other duties as assigned by the DON/designee Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: RN licensure preferred,

Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years supervisory exp. required. 2 years facility experience highly preferred

Industry: Healthcare

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

\xc2\xb7 Ability to read, write, comprehend and speak the English language

\xc2\xb7 Must be able to sit and stand for long periods at a time

\xc2\xb7 Must be able to lift a minimum of 80 pounds

\xc2\xb7 Must possess a current unencumbered, active license to practice as RN

\xc2\xb7 Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public

\xc2\xb7 Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices/procedures, as well as laws, regulations & guidelines that pertain to long term care

\xc2\xb7 Must possess leadership skills and supervisory ability

\xc2\xb7 Must possess the ability to relate information concerning resident condition

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.

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PI225688050

Harrison Senior Living of Georgetown