Registered Nurse (Nights- Rehab)

Position SummaryResponsible for planning, organizing, directing, implementing and evaluating all aspects of resident care in order to meet the total needs of residents and to maintain care in accordance with State and Federal Law and Community policies and procedures.Essential DutiesCommunicate with other nursing staff, physician, pharmacist, family members etc., on resident’s status.Listen to resident, family or physician concerns and initiate corrective action and/or report concerns to appropriate personnel.Attend appropriate Resident Care conferences; maintain Resident Care Plans ensuring accuracy and relevancy.Prepare, administer and document medications according to physician orders; systematically order medications as needed and ensure that expired medications are replaced.Document patient care issues appropriately and report them to personnel as required.Recognize and identify signs and symptoms and use initiative and proper judgment in selecting appropriate treatment or procedures.Responsible for the immediate supervision and direction of ancillary personnel. Initiate corrective action as appropriate.Other duties as assigned.