Our expectation is that you will perform your job at Belmont Terrace in a manner consistent with our Core ValuesCELEBRATION ACCOUNTABILITY - PASSION FOR LEARNING - LOVE ONE ANOTHER - INTELLIGENT RISK TAKING - CUSTOMER SECOND - OWNERSHIP
POSITION SUMMARY: The primary purpose of your job position is to schedule nursing staffing to meet the needs of the patients and facility communicate the staffing schedule to staff on a timely basis and fill any vacant shifts through coordination with staff.MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE NAC/NAR LICENSE
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or is an essential function of the position.
Must be available Thursday-Monday
Develop and maintain staffing schedules patient care assignments and other staffing related records including those necessary to meet state-specific staffing requirements in the required format for that state
Schedule staff in coordination with the Director of Nursing or designee
Proactively work with staff to fill vacant shifts either due to open positions or call-ins
Communicate staffing and hiring needs to the Director of Nursing or designee and participate in interviews as needed.
Post and communicate schedules to all nursing staff
In coordination with Payroll department ensure that all hours scheduled and worked have been captured in the payroll system. Ensure that all TARFs have been properly filled out signed and provided to Payroll.
Schedule vacations LOAs and other time off in conjunction and communication with the Director of Nursing or designee.
Report suspicious persons/information to supervisor immediately.
Receive sort and distribute mail as directed.
Other related duties and responsibilities that may become necessary or appropriate including filling in for other department personnel (such as marketing social services etc.)
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift.
Resolve problems in a professional and timely manner by not blaming others taking responsibility focusing on solving the problem enlisting the help of others anticipate problems before they occur and communicates solutions to those that need to know.
Actively contribute to team goals by encouraging and helping each other perform to the best of their capabilities developing and reaching goals together and recognizing the contribution of others and promoting positive working relationships.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have active NAC/NAR License
Other Specific Requirements
Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the policies of the facility.
Must be able to read write speak and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel residents family members visitors government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must have patience tact a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works in area(s) throughout the nursing service area (i.e. nurses stations resident rooms etc.).
Moves intermittently during working hours.
Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Interacts with residents personnel visitors government agencies/personnel etc. under all conditions and circumstances.
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents family members personnel and visitors.
Communicates with the medical staff nursing personnel and other department supervisors.
Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. May be on call 24 hours per day 7 days per week.
Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g. severe weather evacuation post-disaster etc.).
Is subject to injury from falls burns from equipment odors etc. as well as to reactions from dust disinfectants tobacco smoke and other air contaminants.
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste diseases conditions etc. including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (with or without the aid of mechanical devices):
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
Must be able to cope with the mental emotional and stress of the position.
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently have flexibility personal integrity and the ability to work effectively.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which may include a medical and physical examination.
Must be able to relate to and work with ill disabled elderly emotionally upset and at times hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Requires infrequent lifting of more weight up to 50 pounds. Occasional pushing and pulling of carts.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
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