Objective

Supervises nursing personnel to deliver nursing care and within scope of practice coordinates care delivery, which will ensure that patient’s needs are met in accordance with professional standards of practice through physician orders, center policies and procedures, and federal, state and local guidelines.

Principal Responsibilities

· Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the HCR Infection Control Manual.

· Understands, participates and assists in implementing the Q.A.A.

· Utilizes the Quality Life Practice Guide Manual for identification, placement, and monitoring of patients in the appropriate programs.

· Notifies other Departments of patient changes, i.e., room changes, LOA, new admits, discharge, etc.

· Conducts family and patient education.

Qualifications

· Currently licensed as RN/LPN/LVN in state. For RNs, Associates Degree is required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

One-year prior nursing management experience preferred