Seeking Charge Nurse for CA-based Facility

Company: DirectShifts
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: January 11, 2021

Job Description:

Home Health opening in San Rafael, California. This and other rn jobs brought to you by NursingJobCafe.com OB SUMMARYSeeking a Full-Time Charge Nurse who can offer direction and assistance to the Licensed Vocational Nurse and Certified Nursing Assistants.SCHEDULE:

• Full-time (80%)
• 3:00pm-11:30pm, 4 days on 2 days off (PM Shift)
• Will include some evenings, weekends, and holidays during the rotationWHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to physicians' order
  • Respond to emergency situations and expedite indicated treatment, secure follow-up assistance
  • Make rounds to insure that changes in treatment are addressed
  • Visit residents by request to evaluate medical/emotional/nursing needs, pain management
  • Inform Manager or Nursing/Doctor/Health Services Administrator of any events which may necessitate medical intervention
  • Consult family members where indicated to insure that residents' needs are met
  • Maintain records, charts, and files as required
  • Assess need for additional help or services for residents, coordinating with other departments to meet needs
  • Delegate and provide supervision and direction to the Licensed Vocational Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants as requiredWHAT TO BRING:
    • Broad based knowledge of nursing practices
    • Skill in dealing with geriatric patients and chronic care needs.
    • Knowledge of medical care equipment and its use and operation.
    • Sensitivity and understanding of issues related to aging.
    • Current California licensure as a Registered Nurse
    • Qualified to practice in the State of California as an RN
    • Minimum of one year nursing experience in an acute and/or geriatric settingCOMPENSATION:
      • Benefits - Medical, Dental, Life and Long Term Disability insurance coverages
      • Shift differentials may be offered for swing, night, and weekend hours
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • 401k retirement savings program with employer contribution
      • Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement leave, jury duty leave and more Keyphrases: home health nurse jobs, home health nursing jobs, home health aide jobs, home care nursing jobs, home care nurse jobs, home care aide jobs

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