Regulatory & Quality RN - DP-SNF
Under the direction of the Unit Director, the Regulatory and Quality RN independently provides Holistic, individualized care using the Nursing Process for patients routinely seen on the Unit, demonstrates an advanced level of Clinical competency, Nursing judgment, teaching skills, and a commitment to improving the quality of patient care and independently performs general and Unit specific Clinical skills.
Works 30-40% of workday working through the Case Management process in DP/SNF to ensure a maximum census and maintain a waiting list following established processes. The exception to this will occur on shifts where the RN is assisting with patient care for any reason. Works closely with MDS Coordinator with all admissions to ensure new resident Care Plans are in place and works closely with admitting RN to ensure full compliance with all established guidelines during and post resident admission.
Is responsible for the DP/SFN Resident Case Management process while working closely with the DP/SNF leadership team through the resident selection process. Monitors resident placement needs using established electronic processes and maintains appropriate daily documentation in resident disposition workbook.
Is responsible for the assessment, treatment or care appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Demonstrates the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs. Possesses knowledge of growth and development and has an understanding of the range of treatment needed for all patient groups.
Benefits:
- Vacation/Holiday/Sick Pay
- Annual Merit Salary Increase
- Shift Differential for Evening and Night Shifts
- Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance for Qualified Positions/Candidates
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
Other Requirements:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of California, BSN preferred.
- Must have and maintain current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtain within orientation process, prior to hands-on patient care.
- Two (2) years of Clinical experience is required and a minimum of two (2) years in a management role.
- A national certification in related field identified within one (1) year of hire date. The national certification will be identified and the time frame to complete the certification will be approved by the respective VP within 90 days of accepting the position.
Associated topics: ambulatory, bsn, cardiothoracic, ccu, coronary, domiciliary, intensive, intensive care unit, staff nurse, tcu