RN/LPN - Skilled Care

About This Role

Efficiently deliver skilled nursing care to residents using the nursing process, following department policies and federal, state, and facility standards. This role involves coordinating unit care, supervising nursing staff, and performing direct care tasks like medication administration and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently deliver care to residents utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, evaluation)
• Coordinate unit care for assigned shift
• Responsible for all patient care performed by nursing staff on his/her shift
• Establish and monitor the completion of assignments for all C.N.A.s
• Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of resident care performed
• Monitor and adjust the nursing schedule to meet resident needs
• Perform routine nursing tasks, including administration of medications and prescribed treatments
• Perform resident assessments and complete appropriate nursing documentation (RAPI, MDS, Care Planning Process)
• Coordinate shift-to-shift communication of significant nursing information
• Assure sufficient supplies and equipment are available for provision of resident care

Requirements

• Current valid certification as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Illinois
• Leadership ability
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language