Responsible for the safe and efficient management of a long-term care patient area and/or nursing department shift.
Plans and directs the activities of assigned staff and oversees the execution of quality patient care.
Complies with current federal, state, and local regulations governing nursing care in the execution of assigned duties.
Administers and records medications following physician orders and established center policy; takes and records patient vital signs and collects laboratory specimens as directed.
Provides emotional support to patient and their families.
Requirements:
To be considered for this opportunity applicants must:
Have a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Georgia State Nursing Board.
Embrace the standards, values, and beliefs of the organization.
Possess ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Be capable of maintaining effective working relationships with patients, family members, department heads, and fellow associates.