JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Registered Charge Nurse

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

JOB SUMMARY:   The Registered Charge Nurse is responsible for supervising nursing services and maintaining quality and adequacy of nursing practice. This role is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to customer service through resident focused initiatives that support the mission of the community and Lifespace Communities. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

• Direct nursing services to all residents on assigned neighborhood or program.
• Provides hands-on/ on-the-job training to newly hired team members.  Provides skill-set retraining as assigned.
• Oversee physician orders, verify all orders received are transcribed accurately onto the electronic record system and treatment plan, administer medications and provide treatments according to orders.
• Supervise and provide leadership and discipline to clinical and non-clinical team members.
• Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident’s care. Document the resident’s condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner.  Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents in a timely manner.
• Develop, direct and monitor nursing assistant assignments adjusting based on census and level of care required.
• According to standard operating procedures, ensure correct staffing levels. Escalate team member performance issues to supervisor, participate in counseling and disciplinary action to the extent permitted by the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Execute treatments as necessary while document status and observes reactions to medications and treatments. 
• Generate, prepare, administrate and chart all medications.
• Initiate physician orders, verify all orders received are transcribed accurately in electronic records and treatment plan, administer medications and provide treatments according to orders.
• Facilitate communication with families regarding change in medications and/or changes in the resident.
• Establish protocol to ensure care plans are continually reviewed for updated and accurate data that represents the individuality of the resident.
• Coordinate move-ins, move-outs and transfers in order to deliver quality customer service.
• Plan resident move-in as ordered by physician, perform assessment, verify orders with physician, and notify pharmacy, laboratory and other departments as necessary.
• Introduce an accurate and thorough report to the on-coming shift in order to ensure the continuity of maximum resident care.
• Direct team members in emergency situations and contact appropriate parties as needed.
• Orchestrate investigation, corrects and follows up on resident and family concerns as needed in a timely manner.  
• Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace , person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, team work and quality. Team member will support, actively participate and act in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

OTHER DUTIES:  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Nursing diploma or Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• One year of nursing experience in a long-term community is preferred.  Supervisory/leadership in a long-term care community preferred.
• Certifications and Registered Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors and team members.
• Work efforts reflect a passion for exceeding customer expectations.
• Solicits resident/family feedback to understand the needs of the resident and the community.  Advocates for service excellence within the center and influences others to take action.
• Displays responsibility by taking ownership of quality care.  Shows dedication to enriching the lives of our residents through empathy and compassion.
• Exhibits a commitment to personal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude and appearance.
• Exhibits a commitment to results by looking for and recommending or implementing process improvements.
• Shows respect and courtesy for fellow team mates by working together to get the job well done.
• Effectively addresses customer concerns and strives to reduce or resolve conflict.