Job Description

Department: Nursing

Reports To: RN Nurse Supervisor/Unit Manager/ADON/ADON- Unit/Center Nurse Executive

Under the direction of the RN Nursing Supervisor, Unit Manager,
ADON or ADON – Unit, or Center Nurse Executive (Nurse Leader), the Registered Nurse (RN)
delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and
patient/family satisfaction. He/she operates within the scope of practice defined by the State
Nurse Practice Act and delegates aspects of patient care to LPNs and CNAs consistent with their
scope of practice. The RN manages patient care by performing nursing assessments and
collaborating with the nursing team and other disciplines, patients and families to develop
effective plans of care.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
1. Assessment:
1.1. Collects, validates, synthesizes, and records objective and subjective data.
1.2. Prioritizes data collection based on patient needs.
1.3. Analyzes all data.
1.4. Identifies actual or potential problems or needs based on data analysis.
2. Care Planning:
2.1. Establishes realistic and measurable short and long term goals for the identified health

problems and needs.

2.2. Develops individualized interventions to achieve goals.

2.3. Determines timelines within the care plan.

2.4. Conducts a systematic and ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes.

2.5. Reviews and revises plan of care as indicated.
3. Implementing Care:
3.1. Performs nursing functions and provides care within scope of practice.

3.2. Coordinates and delegates care as appropriate.

3.3. Verifies that medical orders are accurately transcribed.

3.4. Administers medications and performs treatments per physician orders.

3.5. Communicates and documents interventions and patient response.
4. Managing patient care:
4.1. Delegates care responsibilities to staff considering:
4.1.1. Complexity of care.

4.1.2. Competency of staff.

4.1.3. Center policies.

4.1.4. State’s practice act.
4.2. Supervises staff to ensure that delegated tasks and interventions are implemented

appropriately and per policy.

4.3. Evaluates and adjusts the plan of care to achieve patient goals and minimize re-

hospitalizations.

4.4. Actively participates in Utilization Management or Interdisciplinary Care Management

Meeting to facilitate appropriate discharge planning:
4.4.1. Communicates team’s recommendations for discharge to the attending physician,

patient and family.

4.4.2. Prepares patient/family for discharge including patient and family education.
5. Communicates patient information with assigned staff during and between shifts.

6. Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff.

7. Uses Point Click Care (PCC) according to the Business Processes.

8. Performs drug count when beginning and ending shift and whenever necessary.

9. Collaborates with physicians in rounds and examination of patients, as needed.

10. Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care

consistent with individual’s needs, choices and preferences.

11. Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the

concerns of staff, patients and families.

12. Enhances nursing practice by attending all mandated in-service programs and other GHC and

outside professional education programs.

13. Assists with the orientation of newly hired nursing staff.

14. Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment.

15. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all

times.

16. Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or

needs of patients.

17. Performs other duties as requested.
Compliance:

1. Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to those within the Compliance and Ethics Program, Standard/Code of Conduct, Federal False

Claims Act and HIPAA.

2. Participates in required orientation and training programs.

3. Promptly reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance to supervisor, Compliance Liaison or to the Compliance Officer via the Integrity Hotline.

4. Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.

5. Participates, as requested, in quality assurance and process improvement activities.
Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements:

1. Graduate of an approved school of nursing is required.

2. Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing.
Job Skills:
1. Current physical assessment skills and comprehensive knowledge of nursing principles

required, including the ability to recognize and identify symptoms and manage emergency

situations.

2. Knowledge of medications, their proper dosage, and expected results.

3. Ability to coordinate, delegate and supervise nursing functions, problem solve and make

decisions as necessary.

4. Ability to create a patient-centered environment.

5. Ability of communicate in English both orally and in writing.

6. Basic knowledge of computer use.
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About Central Business Solutions Inc.

Central Business Solutions Inc (CBS), founded in 2000 and headquartered in Newark, California, has carved a niche for itself in the global business solutions market. Our experience spans across various industries, serving both small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Here's a breakdown of our core offerings:

Technology Solutions: CBS acts as your IT department's backbone, offering a comprehensive suite of services. We provide expert guidance on crafting a technology strategy that aligns with your business goals. This includes consulting on system architecture and implementation, ensuring your infrastructure is built for efficiency and scalability. Our expertise extends to software development, crafting custom solutions or integrating existing ones to streamline operations. But CBS doesn't stop at setup; we also provide ongoing maintenance and support to keep your technology running smoothly.

Outsourcing: Whether you need to supplement your existing IT staff or completely outsource your IT department, CBS offers flexible solutions. We can provide qualified personnel to handle specific tasks like software development, UI/graphic design, or recruitment. Alternatively, we can take over the entire IT management responsibility, freeing your internal team to focus on core business functions.

Consulting: Our expertise extends beyond technology. CBS offers consulting services to help you achieve your overall business goals. Our team of experienced professionals can analyze your operations and identify areas for improvement. We'll develop data-driven strategies to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and ultimately deliver bottom-line results.

In essence, Central Business Solutions Inc goes beyond just being a vendor. We position ourselves as a strategic partner for businesses. By combining our IT prowess with business acumen, we help clients optimize technology infrastructure, streamline operations, and achieve sustainable success.

Industry

IT & Software

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Newark, CA

Year Founded

2000

Website

cbsinfosys.com

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