About Ciela Senior Living:
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Nurse II Job Description
Purpose:
To assist and ensure that resident care is provided in a safe and effective manner, while upholding the principles of resident rights, compliance with state regulations, and in accordance with currently recognized nursing care standards and practices for elder care. Leads daily clinical and administrative functions collaborating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents. Serves as a mentor and leader, fostering a positive work environment while providing guidance and support to the community. Works closely with families, addressing their concerns and providing updates on the well-being of the residents.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

Licensed Nurse in good standing with State Licensing Authority
Experience in training and team member development preferred
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the field of dementia care or the coexistence of two or more chronic diseases in an individual
Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and team members
Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, other team members and physicians
Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, team members, community and state officials, referral sources and the general public
Strong documentation skills
Must have basic computer skills, including Word and Excel
Ability to develop systems for monitoring resident health conditions and for ensuring efficient and safe delivery of resident care
Strong organizational skills and ability to re-prioritize daily tasks, in order to accommodate fluctuating needs of the residents and the community
Ability to represent the community in a positive and professional manner
Must be able to meet all health-related requirements pertaining to state licensure
Must maintain current CPR/First Aid credentials
Must maintain current Food Handlers credentials
Must maintain annual Continuing Education Credits
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (essential functions) with or without accommodation
Subject to pre-employment screening including drug/alcohol, TB testing and criminal background check

Essential Functions:
Management

Works with the Executive Director and Health & Wellness Director to implement the principles and processes for providing resident care and personal services. This includes resident care needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of resident and family satisfaction
Assists the Executive Director and Health & Wellness Director to develop and implement training on human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
As a member of the Leadership Team will work to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Works with the Department Managers and other community leaders to provide training to all community team members on dementia-related topics and assists in maintaining team member training records
Provides supervision for care team members including assisting with the hiring, training, evaluating, and providing progressive discipline
Serves as a role model to other team members in demonstration of courtesy, gentleness, effective approach, and interaction with residents
Provide mentoring and education to care giving team members to ensure proper care and follow through of all care needs
Assist with team member performance concerns and/or guidance through mentoring
Ensures an adequate inventory of healthcare supplies and equipment and follows appropriate community protocol for purchasing
Maintains knowledge of current OSHA and state regulations, and routinely monitors Community compliance with the regulations related to resident care and nursing functions

Recruitment & Scheduling

Leads the recruitment process for the care team. This includes participating in candidate selection, conducting interviews, and assessing candidates' qualifications, skills, and compatibility with the community's care philosophy
Employs various recruitment strategies to attract a pool of qualified candidates. This may include posting job advertisements at local nursing schools, professional associations, and community organizations to generate interest and referrals
Leads the final decision-making process to select the candidates who will be offered positions considering input from the interviewers and aligning with community's policies and procedures, standards, and values
Aids with the onboarding and orientation process of the care team. This includes facilitating the completion of necessary paperwork, coordinating required training programs, and ensuring that new hires are familiarized with the community's policies, procedures, and culture
Actively focus on recruiting and retaining quality care team members, contribute to the stability and effectiveness of the care program by building strong relationships between the care team, residents, and families to strengthen the effectiveness of the care program
Manages and coordinates the scheduling of the care team to ensure adequate coverage and appropriate skill mix. This involves creating staff schedules, considering resident needs, optimizing staff availability, and managing time-off requests. Flexibility and responsiveness to unexpected staffing changes or emergencies are crucial in this role
Develop and post a work schedule to ensure adequate staffing on a daily basis
Ensure timely and accurate input of staff work schedule (including all required training and meetings) into online scheduling system
Main point of contact and trainer for care team and care management regarding online staff scheduling system
Communicate with care team about trainings, meetings, in services, etc

Resident Care

Assist with resident assessments and reassessments, development, and implementation of care plans. Includes the resident and family in planning care, establishing priorities, and setting goals
Reviews and develops care plans by using assessment information to develop a care plan before the end of duty time that communicates enough information for incoming staff to adequately care for the resident
Ensures that changes in resident condition are monitored, evaluated, clearly and concisely documented including documenting the resident response and outcome, following through ensuring effective interventions are implemented
Identifies variations in expected vital signs and lab tests; documents, reports and follows through on abnormal findings with physicians and the Health & Wellness Director and /or the Executive Director
Works in partnership with the Health & Wellness Director and/or the Executive Director to conduct resident and family care conferences
Assist with communication between residents, family, and physician regarding resident health care issues
Performs skilled nursing tasks as defined by Community policy and procedure, and as allowed by state law
Provides support and assistance to medication management systems and ensures that medications are dispensed in a safe and effective manner, that MARS are accurate and complete, and that medication cart is orderly, with all medications appropriately packaged and stored
Ensures effective monitoring of resident health concerns such as weight and nutrition, skin integrity, mobility, fall management, and pain management
Reviews Resident Health Record on a routine basis and ensures that documentation meets Community standards and adequately addresses the residents’ healthcare issues, including identified concerns, interventions, and outcomes
Ensures that all resident care is provided in a safe and effective manner, while consistently maintaining resident dignity, choice, and respect
Give clinical direction and guidance to care giving team members

Other

Attends all required team member meetings and in-service training sessions
Upholds Residents’ Rights as defined by state regulations and by Company policy, at all times
Supports and upholds all other Company policies, and the service philosophy
Reliable and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned

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