HOKA RN
Company: The Arcadia Family of Companies
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
Competitive pay and outstanding benefits, some of which
includes:--- Employer paid Medical, dental, vision, drug insurance,
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance = Estimated Annual Value of
$7,300 (Full Time)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with generous company contribution =
8.5% match after one year
- 11 Paid holidays, vacation ( 10+ Full Time), and sick leave
accrual up to 90 days--- FREE employee meals (breakfast, lunch, or
dinner) with PAID meal and break periods for employees working in
our communities--- Education Assistance Program for qualified
employees who want to become CNAs--- Best practices, very safe
engaging work environment for all, and much more!
PurposeThe Registered Nurse is a charge nurse who is responsible
for the overall nursing care on their assigned shift. All job
functions are performed with customer service and hospitality as
the overall goal, to both our residents and co-workers alike. This
position is a Part Time B (20-29 hrs. per week) 12 hr. shifts from
6am to 6:30pm on Saturdays & 6pm to 6:30am on Mondays .
Essential Functions
- Supervises direct care of residents and nursing personnel on
their assigned shift.
- Conducts treatments, including, but not limited to: dressings,
catheterization, suctioning, oxygen, etc.
- Provides direct care when needed.
- Oversees and manages the admission of new residents. Admissions
process includes, but not limited to: welcoming residents to their
rooms, instructing CNAs on resident needs, communicating the
admission to staff/department personnel, verifying and carrying out
orders with pharmacy, communicate effectively with family/resident
on expectations of stay, and assessing resident's overall status
and determining changing needs.
- Administers medications.
- Ensures all medications and treatments are performed and
charged appropriately by the LPN or designated official.
- Assures effective communication with other shifts and
department personnel as it relates to resident care.
- Guarantees appropriate nursing care is provided, according to
established standards and policies.
- Evaluates resident care and treatment by making rounds at least
twice per shift to ensure proper care is rendered in a safe and
clean environment.
- Apprises staff, physicians, resident/resident representative,
and families of changes in resident's condition.
- Verifies accuracy and completeness of medical records.
- Endorses shift reports.
- Maintains acceptable standards of personal hygiene and complies
with department dress code.
- Reports all suspicions or allegations of resident abuse
outlined in the STOP, REMOVE, REPORT policy and procedures.
- Maintains the confidentiality of resident care information
outlined under the HIPAA regulations.
- Maintains safe and sanitary work stations and equipment.
- Coordinates physician visits with residents.
- Accompanies physicians when making rounds, notes all orders,
has physician sign and document on resident charts
- .Assists with the orientation and evaluation of nursing
personnel.
- Assists in the development and implementation of new policies
and procedures.
- Assists in infection control, safety, and pharmacy rounds and
audits.
- Participates in family and resident counseling, as necessary.
- Confirms proper functioning of equipment and adequate
supplies.
- Coordinates nursing activities with other departments when
necessary.
- Encourages resident independence, attendance at activities,
restorative programs, and rehabilitation.
- Maintains the self-respect, personal dignity, and physical
safety of each resident.
- Attends in-service training, floor orientation, staff meetings,
and education sessions, as required. Attends and collaborates in
resident care plans and Quality Assurance committee meetings.
- Assigns tasks and duties to staff in the event of an emergency
or natural disaster.
- Functions as an LPN or CNA, when needed
- Other duties as assigned by the Arcadia Family of
Companies.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervises employees in the Health Care
Center. Responsibilities include training employees; planning,
assigning, and directing work; performance management; addressing
complaints and resolving problems. Carries out supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and
applicable laws.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Education and/or ExperienceBachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year
college or university and a minimum of 2-3 years of experience
and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
experience.
Certifications, Licenses, and RegistrationsCurrent State of Hawaii
R.N. license and First Aid/CPR certification.
Required CompetenciesCommunication Skills
- Communicates well, both verbally and in writing.
- Recognizes the need to speak carefully and professionally.
- Utilizes discretion and tact for sensitive and confidential
matters.
Interpersonal Skills
- Demonstrates sensitivity toward diversity.
- Engages and builds positive relationships with employees and
those outside the organization to achieve positive results for our
residents.
- Encourages people to work together.
- Accepts suggestions and constructive criticism to strengthen
capacity and understanding.
Mathematical Skills1. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such
as dosages, percentages, area, circumference and volume.2. Ability
to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Continuous Learning
- Continues to seek learning opportunities and integrates
knowledge into work practice and personal development; shares
knowledge willingly with others.
- Works with others to gain knowledge; learn from others'
experiences and expertise.
- Completes necessary training and education to ensure
department's effectiveness.
- Maintains knowledge of applicable federal and state
regulations.
- Seeks opportunities for personal and professional growth
related to clinical standards of practice, gerontology,
rehabilitation, regulatory agencies, and infection
control.Productivity/Efficiency
- Performs Essential Functions and Required Competencies with
minimal supervision.
- Recognizes own personal and professional limitations and seeks
assistance as required.
- Identifies organizes and prioritizes workload, tasks and
schedules. Disseminates information to appropriate parties.
- Independently conducts follow ups to ensure timely completion
and compliance.
- Understands and summarizes activities and actions into concise
data.
- Recognizes situations that require tact, confidentiality or
acknowledgement.
- Insights on resources/contacts and attempt to broaden base.
- Acts as a resource person to all staff regarding policies and
procedures and strives for adherence.
- Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, monitor,
printer, telephone, facsimile machine, calculator, copier and
shredder.
Problem Solving
- Identifies and articulates subjects and issues. Provide
suggestions and recommendations that are realistic and practical
towards resolution or completion.
- Courteously and professionally works with staff and vendors to
resolve problems.
- Analyze problems and develop strategies for resolution.
Computer SkillsProficiency in using a computer including the
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) and other
applicable software applications. Capacity to learn and master
other applicable software applications.
Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or
feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee
frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and taste or smell. The
employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl; push and pull. The employee must
frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and
ability to adjust focus.
Work EnvironmentWhile performing their essential functions,
employees are occasionally exposed to the following conditions:
- Air conditioned office environment;
- Indoors without air conditioning;
- Outdoors-all types of weather; and
- Hazardous materials.
The above information on this job description has been designed to
indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an
employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and
qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities.
Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information
in this description.
Please apply by clicking the "Apply" buttonIf you do not have a
resume or if your resume does not include all employment you have
held in the last 10 years, please complete and attach the
Employment History form (located at the bottom of the page) to your
application for employment. Please note that you must save the
document to your computer or device before you upload the file.
Arcadia Family of Companies is comprised of the following
non-profit organizations:
Arcadia Retirement Residence
15 Craigside
Arcadia Adult Day Care and Day Health Center
Arcadia Home Health and Home Care Services
Arcadia at Home
Hale Ola Kino by Arcadia
Arcadia Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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