Position Summary:

The Area Nurse is responsible for proxy caregiver training; administering skills competency checklists to resident care aides upon hire; quarterly observations of medication aides to verify competency with medication administration; and annual competency reviews for resident care aides. May be required to supervise other staff members. This position reports to the Divisional Director of Health and Wellness.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for medication administration training for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.

• Responsible for conducting proxy caregiver training upon hire and annually.

· Provide quarterly observation and documentation of medication aides passing medications to verify competency.

· Complete skills competency checklists for medication aides and resident care aides upon hire and annually.

• Respond quickly to all emergencies.

• Maintain close communication with Health and Wellness Directors.

• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.

• Understand role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.

• Provide educational meetings for resident care staff as needed.

• Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.

• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.

• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.

• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

Level of Formal Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Area of Study: Nursing

Years of Experience:

Type of Experience:

Special Certifications: Must have a current/ active nurse License with zero judgments, CPR certified

Language Skills: English

Technical Competencies:

Skills and Ability:

Information Systems:

Personal Attributes:

Other/Preferred: N/A

Driving Requirements

Does this job require the ability and license to drive an automobile? X Yes No

Is driving an automobile an essential function of this job? X Yes No

Job Types: Travel nursing, Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We require all team members to wear a facial mask.

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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