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*Job Overview* An integral member of the Health Care Team responsible for giving and directing care to the residents. A long-term care Registered Nurse specializes in providing ongoing care to patients with chronic illness or disabilities. A Registered Nurse is skilled in gerontology, patient advocacy, and healthcare management. The Registered Nurse is responsible for creating and implementing individualized nursing care plans to ensure the well-being and safety of their residents.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: In addition to performing Essential Functions, this position may be required to perform a Combination of supportive functions based upon the requirements of the organization.


* Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates total care for the residents.
* Gives direct total care to residents according to the residents' needs and/or assigns these functions to appropriate personnel.
* Teaches and assists residents to reach their maximum attainable state of well-being.
* Performs and records therapeutic measures prescribed and delegated by medical authority, i.e., medications and treatment.
* Make rounds with the provider and assist as needed.
* Continuously evaluates symptoms, reactions and progress of residents and observes, records and reports to appropriate person.
* Participates in intra- and inter-departmental activities designed for residents.
* Applies nursing theory and practice, administrative technique, knowledge of current research and teaching principles toward the goal of quality resident care and promotion of health practices.
* Organizes, administers and supervises the implementation of a written nursing care plan for each resident for whom he/she is responsible.
* Contributes pertinent data to the clinical nursing record about residents' nursing care and progress.
* Directs entry of appropriate information into charts and reviews information after entry into computer.
* Stimulates independence in thinking and in decision-making.
* Recognizes the need for consultation and initiates the request to the Nurse Manager.
* Evaluates the nursing care given by all nursing personnel for whom he/she is responsible.
* Renders assistance to those engaged in nursing research and the development of new patterns of nursing care.
* Assists in the educational program of any student who is receiving clinical experience under the nurse's guidance.
* All staff is always required to follow all safety regulations and precautions.
* Staff must ensure that their department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are maintained.
* Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to immediate supervisor/manager.
* Report all accidents/incidents to immediate supervisor/manager within 24hrs.
* All staff must wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and or blood/body fluids or when doing Hazardous work i.e., working with chemicals, electrical or day to day maintenance repairs.
* All Staff are required to participate in the O'odham Centered Care - Managers/Supervisors will help staff in assisting in participating in Person Centered Care.
* Assists in the orientation of new personnel.
* Recognize your role as part of the QAPI efforts of your organization.
* Attend trainings to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work.
* Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
* Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts.
* Look for and share with leadership ideas for improvement in the organization.
* Communicate to leadership upon witnessing a positive outcome of a QAPI project or detecting barriers preventing project success.
* Support QAPI efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e., via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with QAPI initiatives and findings.



*Qualifications*
* Associate of Sciences (AS) degree in Nursing or a Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Nursing from a four-year college or university.
* 6 months to 1-year skilled nursing experience and/or training preferred.
* Current RN license in the State of Arizona and remain in good standing throughout employment.
* CPR certification upon hire and must remain current and in good standing throughout employment.
* Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients. Your expertise as a Registered Nurse will be invaluable in providing compassionate care and improving health outcomes within our community.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:
* Employee discount
Medical Specialty:
* Dialysis
* Hospice & Palliative Medicine
* Wound Care
Physical Setting:
* Long term care
* Nursing home
* Skilled nursing facility
Supplemental Pay:
* Differential pay
* Overtime pay
* Signing bonus



Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Preferred)
* RN (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Sells, AZ 85634 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
* Sells, AZ 85634: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person