Make daily rounds of all Residents within the unit.
Administer and chart all medications on shift, as directed by the physician. Participate in change of shift reports. Act as liaison between the physician, family, and other departments in the community. Foster self-respect and a feeling of worth in each Resident by consistent kindness, understanding, and patience in their care. Participate in Resident care planning process as assigned. Use proper equipment and techniques to ensure safety of Residents and staff. Complete all required documentation accurately and timely, following all community policies and procedures. Consistently work cooperatively with Residents, staff, volunteers, and families to ensure Residents are receiving the best quality care. Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality. Assist with orientation of new employees to their duties according to the corporate guidelines. Demonstrate consistent management of staff and resources. Use proper care and use of equipment and waste disposal procedures in accordance withcorporate policies and procedures.
Participate in all in-services and activities as required. Follow all written and oral directions as given by supervisor. Observe all community policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety, infection control, Residents’ rights, and those contained in the employee handbook. Maintain the confidentiality of all protected health information whether electronic, written, or oral exposed to either during the course of assigned duties or as a result of an incidental disclosure. Apply the Minimum Necessary Standard in all matters related to Residents’ protected health information.
This position will work 3 pm - 11 pm with rotating weekends. The RN must have a valid nursing license in the state of Illinois.
Fair Havens Christian Home