Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility
Job Summary
Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician, verifying the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in service training classes that provide instructions on “how to do the job,” and ensure a well educated nursing service department.
Matching Summary
Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct day to day functions of nursing assistants
Ensure compliance with facility policies
Administer medications and treatments
Chart nurses' notes
Participate in quality assurance programs
Provide leadership to nursing personnel
Nice-to-have
Maintain good working rapport with interdepartmental personnel
Create and maintain a warm atmosphere
Willingness to seek new methods and principles
Key Requirements
Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN
Current CPR certification
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English