Registered Nurse

Company: Sapphire of Tucson Nursing and Rehabilitation
Location: Tucson
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

Sapphire of Tucson Nursing and Rehabilitation - LPN or RN NEEDED FOR Skilled Nursing Facility. Sapphire of Tucson Skilled and Long Term Care Units.Company information:Sapphire of Tucson is a 240 bed SNF/LTC facility located in beautiful Tucson, AZ. Sapphire of Tucson is approximately 10 minutes from historic downtown Tucson, 10 minutes from the University of Arizona, and 5 minutes from the new "Loop" bike path. Sapphire of Tucson prides itself on developing positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and staff alike.Description of role:Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career? Sapphire of Tucson Skilled Nursing and Rehab is in need of a Licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. We are looking for a compassionate, motivated RN or LPN who is able to develop and implement treatment plans while maintaining sensitivity to each patient's needs. Sapphire of Tucson specializes in sub-acute rehabilitation and accepts patients from a variety of backgrounds.JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for the independent supervision of the delivery of care to a group of residents in a nursing unit. Assess resident needs, develop individual care plans, administer nursing care, evaluate nursing care, and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other personnel in the delivery of nursing care.Minimum Qualifications:Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as an RN or LPN in practicing state.Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.Demonstrate understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.Must meet all local health regulations and pass post-employment physical exam, if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.Essential Job Functions:Adhere to state rules and regulations concerning delivery of care and assure that effective quality nursing care is delivered which is outcome focused through utilization of the nursing process. Effectively interview the resident/responsible party to obtain information required for developing and implementing a plan of care.Demonstrate ability to perform physical assessment through observation, inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation. If applicable, is involved in and accurately complete the RAI process.Identify needs and provide input for discharge planning and follow-up throughout length of stay.Develop individualized plan of care in collaboration with the resident]responsible party and interdisciplinary care team by documenting problems, statements, goals and approaches in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary care team.Define realistic and obtainable long and short term goals for the residents. Initiate appropriate nursing interventions with time frames for outcome evaluations and document appropriately in medical record.Evaluate team and make changes as needs are recognized. Critique and take responsibility for evaluating nursing care delivered. Utilize the expertise of Nursing colleagues to evaluate plan of care.Perform only those activities which are within the scope of LPN nursing practice.Follow company, facility and departmental policies and procedures, and appropriately utilize nursing judgment.Ensure accurate documentation of alt medical records and reporting forms. Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs.Supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and other personnel. May supervise other Nurses, including LPNs. Coach, counsel and assign Certified Nursing Assistants and other Nurses to provide quality resident careBenefits: Benefits are highly competitive.Health, Dental, VisionHSA, FSAShort term and Long Term DisabilityLife Insuranceand MoreSalary: Highly competitive hourly wage!License:Current RN or LPN license with the ability to practice in Arizona.Job Type: Part-timeSalary: $24.00 to $36.00 /hourExperience:EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)LTC: 1 year (Preferred)Healthcare: 1 year (Preferred)Education:Associate (Preferred)License:LPN (Required)Registered Nurse (RN) (Required)Language:English (Required)Spanish (Preferred)Work Location:One locationBenefits:Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceSigning bonusPaid time offEnvironment:InpatientEmployer type:Nursing homeEMR Used:Not listed / OtherPatient Type:GeriatricUniform:Scrubs are providedShift Length:12 hoursRelocation Assistance Provided:NoThis Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneousPeople-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projectsAdaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in directionDetail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger pictureAchievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might failAutonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little directionInnovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativityHigh stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environmentThis Company Describes Its Culture as:Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focusedInnovative -- innovative and risk-takingAggressive -- competitive and growth-orientedOutcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance cultureTeam-oriented -- cooperative and collaborativePeople-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focusedStable -- traditional, stable, strong processes

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