QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nurse licensed in the State of employment. A minimum of one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation is preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice including the administration of medications.
• CPR certified.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Makes decisions relevant to the operation and management of the facility during the assigned shift.
• Verifies that the resident's physician and family are notified when there is a significant clinical development in the resident's condition or if the resident requires immediate medical care.
• Makes decisions concerning staffing in the facility such as replacing call-outs, authorizing overtime, and reassigning personnel when appropriate.
• Directs proper handling of resident care emergencies.
• Ensures availability of supplies and that all equipment is in proper working order.
• Supervises to ensure the proper completion of accident/incident documentation and notification.

Diversity, Inclusion, & Engagement at National Health Care Associates:

At National Health Care Associates, we not only accept difference, we promote it, we embrace it, and we thrive on it for the betterment of our patients, our employees, and our culture.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law

What We Offer:

An engaging and supportive work environment where every employee is valued, a rewarding career, and outstanding benefits, which currently include:

• Nursing Scholarship Program
• Weekly Pay
• Medical/RX plans HMO’s & HSA
• Multiple Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Paid STD with voluntary buy-up
• Paid Life Insurance with voluntary buy-up & dependent coverage
• LTD coverage
• 401(k)
• Competitive wages
• Ample paid time off
• Shift/weekend differentials

MAJOR PURPOSE: Responsible for the general overseeing of the facility's operations and management including providing optimal care, communicating the facility's policies, and ensuring the general order, safety, and cleanliness of the facility. Follows all health, sanitary, and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.