FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
DEPARTMENT: Nursing
REPORTS TO: Nurse Manager
SUPERVISES: Not Applicable
SUMMARY
Provide quality and prompt nursing care to residents; implement specific procedures and programs; coordinate work within the department, as well as with other departments; report pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; respond to inquiries or requests for information; assist the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Interpersonal Relationships
 Displays an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families and staff.
 Functions as a team member with other staff in the performance of duties.
 Exhibits sound, mature judgment.
 Must be aware of and adhere to all HIPAA regulations.
Resident Care Tasks
 Assist residents with their activities of daily living.
 Assists with mobility and transportation care.
 Answers call lights promptly.
 Utilizes resident transfer and safety equipment.
 Provides postmortem care as directed.
 Completes work on a timely basis.
 Promotes and maintains highest level of independence of resident utilizing nursing rehab skills.
Documentation Tasks
 Receives oral report from nurses on all assigned residents utilizing the unit assignment sheet.
 Reports changes in resident’s condition to RN/LPN in a timely manner.
 Attends care conferences as directed.
 Maintains accurate and complete records of food/fluid intake/output, baths, weights, bowel and bladder elimination, ambulation, ROM, and cleaning duties as assigned.
Housekeeping Tasks
 Cleans resident utensils, room and maintains orderly unit.
 Ensures that equipment is clean and functional.
Safety Compliance Tasks
 Accepts and follows through with all policies and procedures.
 Identifies and corrects hazards and unsafe acts and reports all quality issues.
Additional Tasks
 Participates in required in-service training sessions and facility committees as directed.
 Adheres to organizational policies on infection control, safety and resident rights.
 Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
 Performs other tasks as directed.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 Ability to sit, stand, bend and stoop for long periods of time.
 Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force regularly.
 Ability to work in a stressful environment.
 Ability to respond to emergency/crisis situations.
 Exposure to noise. Exposure to blood and/or body fluids.
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SUCCESS FACTORS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES)
 Current theory base in medical, geriatric and psychiatric nursing.
 Current knowledge of state and federal nursing home regulations.
 Computer skills, including e-mail, word processing and related facility software.
 Ability to prepare clear, concise reports.
 Knowledge of needs of resident populations and treatment sources.
 Ability to direct the work of others as requested.
 Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
 Ability to read, analyze and interpret practice standards, professional journals, technical procedures and government standards and regulations.
 Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of issues.
 Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, residents, families, professionals and the general public.
 Ability to work well as a team leader and member.
 Skill in reviewing clinical work of others according to professional standards and practice guidelines.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
 High school diploma or GED attained or in progress
 Familiarity with custodial tools, supplies, chemicals, and equipment
 Ability to follow instructions. Ability to work independently within established procedures
 Ability to relate favorably with residents and staff
 Experience as an NAR in long-term care preferred.
 English oral and written communication skills
 Must be eligible to work in the Federal Health Program
RECEIPT AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I acknowledge and understand that:
 Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.
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 The job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed, that the contents of this job description are job requirements and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
 Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time.
 Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
 I have read and understand this job description.
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