Sienna Healthcare is hiring: RN in Blair

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.
• A Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in practicing state.
• Current CPR certification.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of the licensed practical/vocational nurse and certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.
• Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for the residents.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.
• Participate in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.
• Assess for changes in residents’ status, notify the physician and resident’s family or representative and document accordingly.
• Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carry out orders as written.
• Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated.
• Perform wound treatments as per physicians’ orders, observe for changes and document accordingly as indicated.
• Schedule follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.
• Provide nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
• Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures, as assigned.
• Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties.
• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met.
• Participate in management team meetings as indicated to discuss census changes, resident changes in status or care need, or complaints or concerns.
• May assist in evaluating work performance of nursing personnel and implement discipline according to operational policies and as directed.
• Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary.
• Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the unit manager, assistant director or nursing or director of nursing and participate in the investigative process as needed.
• Participate in end of life care as required.
• Ensure adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
• Initiate, review and update care plans as required.
• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
• Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
• May participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
• Ensure that infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice as noted.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Tasks

• Treat all residents with dignity and respect. Promote and protect all residents’ rights.
• Establish a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Comply with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Report noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Report any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protect residents from abuse, and cooperate with all investigations.
• Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Report work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follow established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills And Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
• Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
• Must possess leadership, supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• Works at nursing station and throughout the facility.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends, holidays when necessary.

Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal

Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the Administrator. Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on long term care by various governmental agencies. This job description will be reviewed and/or revised annually and as needed.

Individual performance will be evaluated using the following scale:

1. Unsatisfactory: Achieves results which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated.
2. Needs Improvement: Achieves results which are less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competent performer. May be new to job or need skill development.
3. Meets Standards: Achieves results which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level of performance.
4. Exceeds Standards: Achieves results which usually exceed the standards identified for the performance factors rated.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rights law], it is the policy of [Facility Name] to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [include name and/or department, telephone, and e-mail address].

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.