RN | Staff Nurse

OBJECTIVE:

To provide quality nursing care to all residents, recognize changes in their conditions, and take necessary
actions. To supervise unlicensed staff assigned to unit as needed.

Be BG | Why Work for us:

BENEFITS FOR BISHOP GADSDEN TEAM MEMBERS

• End-of-the-Year Bonus
• Scholarship Opportunities for Education and Student Debt
• Generous Paid Time-Off Program
• Cash-In Unused Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan
• eLearning Classes and Certificates
• Monthly Employee Celebrations with Gift Card Giveaways
• 8 Holidays, paid at time and a half
• Free holiday meals
• Company Paid CPR/AED Classes
• Cafe Discounts
• Wellness Programs and Facilities
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account with $1,000 to spend on medical expenses
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year Recognition Programs
• Annual Nursing Awards
• Monthly Safety Cash Giveaways
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Loan Program
• Free and Close Proximity Parking

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for total nursing care of residents.
• Visit each resident, make staff assignments, and instruct staff of needs to provide optimum care.
• Interact with staff, residents, families, and physicians to provide optimum care for each resident.
• Note any changes in resident’s mental or physical condition and communicate same to physician and/or Charge Nurse.
• Enter all pertinent information in resident’s record daily and follow up with other staff to ensure accuracy of care.
• Respect rights and privacy of each resident while fulfilling responsibilities for their care.
• Administer medications according to established procedures and in a timely manner. This may include, but is not limited to:
• Order new medications and refills in timely manner.
• Must be able to administer IV medication as instructed by physician.
• Encourage resident participation in unit life and activities.
• Encourage staff interaction with residents during waking hours.
• Keep Charge Nurse/Nurse Supervisor updated regarding performance of personnel assigned to the unit.
• Assume a leadership role and demonstrate this role to unit personnel by example.
• Provide direction and supervision for unit staff if necessary.
• Assist in unit orientation and guidance of all new employees as assigned.
• Interpret Bishop Gadsden’s Vision and Mission to personnel, residents, families, and the community as necessary.
• Strive to gain confidence of personnel by demonstrating a helpful attitude and ability to resolve issues as needed.
• Maintain a pleasant, respectful, courteous demeanor, and encourage all unit personnel to do the same.
• Complete all request with outside services accurately and timely.
• Listen to report from preceding nurse and provide pertinent information to C.N.A.’s.
• Work independently with proper direction.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely, and professional manner.
• Follow fire safety and general safety guidelines.
• Attends annual in-service and department training as required
• Assumes all duties as assigned by DON, ADON, and/or supervisor.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be licensed by the state of South Carolina and in good standing with a current active license.
• Must be in good physical health and capable to perform job duties.
• Must be CPR certified

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