Registered Nurse (RN)

Company: First Atlantic Health Care
Location: Portland
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

Imagine waking up to a stunning view of Portland's Back Bay, surrounded by the feeling of safety and comfort. Set back just yards from Baxter Boulevard, Seaside Skilled Rehabilitation Center is that perfect place. We strive to make sure all our residents have a positive, well-rounded environment, uniquely balanced between professional rehabilitation services and thoughtful support. We like to think of ourselves as a small, intimate community uniquely positioned to care for the needs of Maine people. Learn more about us here: https://seaside-healthcare.com/Career Opportunity:Skilled Operations Manager/Assistant Director of NursingDue to an internal restructuring, Seaside Health Care, located on Baxter Boulevard in Portland, Maine has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our leadership team as a Skilled Operations Manager/Assistant Director of Nursing. This successful candidate will be a registered nurse for five or more years progressive management experience, a working knowledge of nursing best practices, supervisory experience and demonstrate knowledge of successful employee engagement. This is a full time, exempt position with some on call responsibility.Interested applicants may submit their applications, resume, and cover letter to:Lisa Rogers, Director of Nursing ServicesSeaside Health Care850 Baxter BlvdPortland, ME 04103Lisa.Rogers@firstatlantic.comPOSITION SUMMARYAs a leader within a strong clinical team, providing amazing care to our Residents is the primary responsibility of our Registered Nurses (RNs). You will perform necessary and routine daily nursing care to assigned units/residents. You will function as a Charge Nurse, leading your staff and unit. This is an important role and must be completed In accordance with all applicable laws and regulations as well as facility's established nursing care policies and procedures. Reports to Nurse Manager.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCLINICAL* Knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the long-term care facility; we are happy to teach new graduates and nurses new to the Long Term and Skilled Nursing.* Knowledgeably and competently deliver basic nursing care to residents.* Must be able to evaluate resident's needs through ongoing assessment and revises care plan based on changes in resident's condition.* Chart appropriately and timely within our electronic medical record.* Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.* Interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess resident's condition.* Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in residents' conditions.* Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.* Modify resident treatment plans as indicated by residents' responses and conditions.* Monitor all aspects of care, including diet and physical activity.* Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate resident care plans.* Instruct individuals, families on topics such as health education, disease prevention, and develop health improvement programs.* Prepare residents for, and assist with, examinations and treatments.* Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensure that stock of supplies is maintained.* Assist in the evacuation of residents.LEADERSHIP* Leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.* Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.* Plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Nursing department.* Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and complaint procedures.* Provide clinical supervision to LPNs and CNAs.* Actively participate in Quality Improvement activities.PROFESSIONAL* Must be dependable, regular attendance.* Communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.* Maintain current knowledge of nursing practice.Education and Experience* Education: Possess a diploma, AS or BS degree in nursing.* Experience: Six months to one year related experience; new graduates are considered!Skills and Abilities* Knowledge and use of Electronic Medical Records and/or solid computer skills* Strong communication skills, both in writing and verbally* Effective leadership skills and/or ability to invest in growing this skill* Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.Certificates and Licenses* Must be currently registered/licensed in Maine.* Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

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