$5,000 Sign-on/Relocation Bonus!
Clatsop Care Retirement Village is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Assisted Living/Residential Care Facility. Located in beautiful Astoria, OR.
POSITION PURPOSE: The Assisted Living Nurse(RN) is employed full time and is directly responsible to the Administrator for ethical, professional, and adequate delivery of health and wellness services to residents. He/she will also facilitate and coordinate all health and wellness services employee educational requirements in accordance with State and Federal licensure for Assisted Living.
ABOUT CLATSOP CARE RETIREMENT VILLAGE
Clatsop Care Retirement Village is a part of the Clatsop Care Health District. This facility is located in Astoria, OR. There are 69 units in the building. Clatsop Care Health District also has many other services including: short-term and long-term health and rehabilitation care, memory care, and in-home care. We are focused on providing the highest quality service and care to meet the physical, social, and emotional needs of our community.
We have a great team! We understand that how we treat our employees reflects on their performance. We strive to show our staff how much they are valued with a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty. We also offer educational opportunities, competitive pay, and great perks and benefits to contribute to our positive work environment!
BENEFITS:
Medical, dental, vision, $20,000 basic life insurance and $20,000 accidental death and dismemberment (at 90 days for employees averaging 30 hours or more per week)
Paid time off (at 90 days)
Direct deposit
457b retirement option for tax-deferred investment
Aflac supplemental insurance options at employee cost
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Assisted living level of care working 40 hours per week (additionally shared on-call for emergency/staff consultation)
Functions within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon.
The Assisted Living Nurse shall participate in the development and implementation of any facility policies that affect the delivery of health care services.
Delegates to appropriate staff nursing tasks in accordance with the rules of the Oregon State Board of Nursing and the Oregon Administrative Rules for Assisted Living.
Oversees that all medications and treatments are given in accordance with Physician Orders and coordinates the medication delivery system. Including assuring that quarterly recaps are accomplished along with RSC.
Meets with Consultant Pharmacist and facilitates actions in accordance with recommendations along with RSC. In the event the consultant pharmacists is unavailable, reviews all medications and treatment at least every 90 days.
Collaborates with RSC in review and implementation of pharmacy recommendations.
Consults on residents with behavioral symptoms before psychoactive medications or restraints are requested by the facility. Implements PRN parameter sheets, and Pink Sheets on any psychotropic medication.
Coordinates and facilitates a quality assurance program for resident health care services and collaborates with RSC.
Participates with the facility administrator and other department directors in development and maintenance of practices and procedures that promote infection control, fire safety, quality assurance and hazard reduction.
Facilitates educational programs in accordance with licensure and facility needs, including new employee orientation and annual in-service requirements, and monthly resident education.
Participates with the Administrator in the hiring, coaching, disciplining and termination of Team Leaders.
Directs, supervises, and evaluates (Medication Aides/Team Leaders)
Reviews resident's individual service plan along with RSC in accordance with rules for licensure and assures services are delivered in accordance with mutually agreed upon plan, when resident is receiving nursing services or experiences a significant change in condition.
Participates with RSC in coordinating on-site health services and reviews service plan changes made as a result of provision of on-site services.
Approves facility system for tracking controlled substances. Assists Medication aides in the destructions of medications.
Participates in negotiated managed Risk Agreements when residents choose activities that are contraindicated to good health and safety practices along with RSC and Administrator.
Reviews resident accident and incident reports and assures that established procedures are followed after completed by RSC. Will Assist RSC when there is an increase in volume.
Conducts an Admission Assessment to assure residents are placed at appropriate levels and that the facility has the ability to meet their need requirements, along with HSC and Administrator.
The RN shall be informed regarding resident's conditions, including when a significant change in a resident's condition warrants nursing or medical intervention. Assures that health services staff are informed of resident change in conditions.
Medication Error analysis and reporting. He/She will also teach and counsel staff regarding these errors if it is required.
RN will coordinate with other entities when a resident is out of facility for health reasons.
The RN will maintain, track, discharge wound, medication, and behavior alerts.
The RN will refer and assess residents in need of outside services
Conduct Assisted Device assessment for all residents with mobility aides to ensure that they are non-restraining or a managed risk is implemented along with RSC or Administrator.
Performing Self-Medication assessments for all residents that are administering their own medications.
All members of CCCHD are Mandatory reporters of abuse.
Other duties as assigned by and in cooperation with the Administrator.
UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS:
Exposure to Blood/Body fluids is possible.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate of an accredited program of nursing education. Current registration in the state of Oregon.
One year experience in an extended care facility or assisted living facility desired.
Good mental and physical health, sound judgment and high moral standards, and a sincere desire to work with the aged and those with limited capacity for self-care. Patience and compassion are essential.
Ability to manage and supervise employees. Interest and ability in teaching others and assisting them in their skills.
Capacity to develop and learn new theories, techniques and principles and implement them.
Ability to make independent decisions.
Location: Astoria, OR 97103
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 35.00 43.00 Per Hour
