About the position
The RN position at Cascade Terrace involves assisting the Director of Nursing Services in managing daily nursing activities in a long-term care facility. The role includes administrative functions, policy development, compliance monitoring, and quality assurance to ensure high standards of care for residents.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing daily nursing activities.
- Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating nursing service policies and procedures.
- Ensure reference materials at nurses' stations are current.
- Recommend materials to assist nursing service in meeting residents' needs.
- Ensure the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects day-to-day procedures.
- Ensure compliance of nursing personnel with established procedures.
- Make reports and recommendations to the Director regarding nursing operations.
- Review department policies and make recommendations for revisions.
- Coordinate nursing services with other resident services for continuity of care.
- Ensure compliance of nursing personnel with their job descriptions.
- Participate in the quality assurance program for nursing services.
- Assist in facility surveys by government agencies as requested.
- Review and update residents' discharge plans as required.
- Meet with nursing staff to plan department services and activities.
- Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
- Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
- Interpret department policies to personnel, residents, and visitors.
- Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms and charting.
Requirements
- Current RN license in the state of Oregon.
- Experience in long-term care or similar healthcare settings.
- Strong knowledge of nursing policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff and other departments.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with quality assurance programs in healthcare settings.
- Familiarity with government regulations related to long-term care facilities.
- Leadership experience in nursing administration.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development.
