Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Overview

• The Registered Nurse will oversee daily nursing operations within an assisted living unit, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to maintain high-quality care and service coverage for residents.
• Supervise nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, CMAs, and HHAs, ensuring optimal staffing levels and performance.
• Participate in policy development, implementation, and compliance monitoring to enhance nursing practices.
• Support care planning processes, including scheduling, documentation, and resident care plan reviews.
• Investigate incidents and accidents thoroughly, ensuring comprehensive documentation and timely resolution.
• Monitor electronic charting systems for accuracy and ensure prompt responses to nurse call alerts.
• Participate in quality assurance programs to uphold high standards of resident care.
• Develop proficiency in person-centered care practices for residents with dementia.

Registered Nurse Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist in directing daily functions of the nursing department, adhering to healthcare regulations and facility policies.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and manage scheduling, payroll, and staff assignments.
• Develop and revise nursing policies, conduct audits, and oversee compliance adherence.
• Support care planning, including documentation, goal setting, and intervention adjustments.
• Investigate and document incidents, ensuring thorough follow-up and resolution.
• Monitor and manage nurse call alert systems, ensuring prompt responses and resolution.
• Conduct performance evaluations and administer disciplinary actions as needed.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives to maintain high care standards.
• Float to other units as needed to provide supervisory coverage.

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and valid New Jersey RN license required.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Nursing Supervisor in assisted living or long-term care.
• Proficiency in electronic charting systems, EMAR, and ETAR preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, adaptable to change and crisis management.
• Ability to work beyond normal hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Commitment to providing person-centered care for residents with dementia.
• Physical capability to perform essential duties, including lifting and moving supplies.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards.