University Health & Rehabilitation Center

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

OVERVIEW: Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for the residents on the assigned unit. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and the Nursing Policies and Procedures. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing residents assistance with ADLs and in the administration of their medications while overseeing staff. Adhering to the instructions of Nurse Management, you will perform your duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, while providing resident care services with kindness and compassion to the residents. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Holds daily shift report with nursing assistants assigned to the unit prior to the start of the shift. Reviews written daily assignments for each resident on assigned unit. Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift · Makes rounds on assigned residents at least once every two hours · Administers medication and treatments according to the physician's orders. Assumes responsibility for ordering medications · Collaborates with Care Plan Coordinator to develop and maintain nursing care plans and update these plans on a monthly basis or more often if the resident's condition changes · Assists the attending physician with rounds and special procedures as needed · Transcribes, documents and implements physician's orders · Contacts the resident's physician and family to notify them of a change in the resident's condition or accident/incident; also notifies the supervisor covering · Assumes independent responsibility for yearly written evaluations of nursing assistants and documents accurately their strengths, weaknesses and the steps taken to improve their performance. Such evaluations become part of the nursing assistants’ permanent records and shall be used as the basis to determine the continued employment of nursing assistants, promotional opportunities and the amount of any wage increases granted · Assumes independent responsibility for documenting disciplinary concerns for nursing assistants on designated shifts, including reprimands, oral and written warnings, and recommending the suspension or discharge of an employee · Assumes independent responsibility for completing required routine documentation and auditing as required · Participates in the hiring, interviewing and orientation of nursing assistants · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Practical Nurse licensed in the State of employment · Minimum one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred · Knowledge of nursing theory and practice, including the administration of medications · Ability to read, write and comprehend English · CPR certified SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com TRAVEL: · No travel is expected for this position
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

REGISTERED NURSE

OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with accepted professional standards and current federal, state and local regulations to ensure the highest degree of quality care is always maintained. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Monitor the daily delivery of nursing care and nursing staff performance as they deliver nursing care to the patients/residents in accordance with established policies and procedures · Plan and conduct shift staff meetings on a regular basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and to assist in the improvement of services · Identify problems or potential problems in the delivery of nursing care to residents and implement corrective action immediately · Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Nursing as necessary · Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regimen of care · Begin investigation of all accidents, including staff interviews, data gathering and report writing · Interpret the nursing department's policies and procedures to personnel, resident, visitors and government agencies as required · Ensure staff always maintain confidentiality of resident information · Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks · Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties · Make daily rounds of assigned units at a minimum at the beginning and end of the shift, depending upon the activity of the units · Follow-up on complaints and grievances filed by resident, families or staff. Take corrective action as needed and make reports to the Director of Nursing · Report to Director of Nursing all reports of suspected abuse · Ensure that emergency equipment/supply checks are done each shift · Ensure that the resident's environment is maintained in a clean and safe manner · May make determination of death when necessary · Participate in the orientation program for new assigned nursing staff in order to facilitate their assimilation into the work place within a reasonable time span and to ensure that each staff member understands his/her role, responsibilities and standards of performance · Complete written performance evaluations on the assigned staff following probation and thereafter annually, and when performance dictates the need, complete additional evaluations · Initiate corrective and progressive disciplinary action, as needed · Ensure that nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards · Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the policies and procedures, including dress code as set forth in the Nursing Procedure Manual · Ensure that a enough nursing staff are scheduled and available for your/next tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained, and nursing care needs of the patient/resident are met · Monitor time and attendance of nursing personnel and take corrective action as appropriate · Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing regarding employee dismissals, transfers etc. · Identify learning needs of the nursing staff · Plan, schedule and conduct unit-based in-services as needs are identified · Monitor assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established procedures in the use of equipment · Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the department · Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste · Ensure the prompt repair or replacement of medical/nursing equipment when necessary · Oversee the nursing care to patients/residents to ensure safe, efficient and customer-oriented services are delivered at all times. · Inform nursing staff of new admission arrivals and the expected time of arrival · Ensure that rooms are ready for the new admission · Visit resident on report daily in order to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status · Review the nurse's notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided · Provide direct nursing care as necessary · Start and restart IV’s when ordered and when necessary · Ensure the staff refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering care to the resident · Assist the staff nurses in monitoring seriously ill resident · Ensure that all nurses on your shift comply with the written procedures for the administration, storage and control of medications and supplies · Monitor medication passes and treatments to ensure compliance with physician orders and facility policy · Review medication administration records (MAR) for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders · Inspect nursing treatment areas daily, such as clean utility room, to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner · Meet with family members and resident as needed. · Consult with the resident, family and physician in planning the resident's care, treatment and rehabilitation · Assist in arranging transportation for transfers to the hospital · Participate in the implementation of facility quality improvement program for the nursing service department · Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing · Attend and actively participate in various committee meetings such as Infection Control, Safety, and Performance Improvement as requested · Implement recommendations from committees as instructed by the Director of Nursing · Perform Performance Improvement audits as assigned · Participate in and adhere to employee health, safety, security and corporate compliance programs and activities · Participate in the implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control program for monitoring and/or reporting communicable and/or infectious diseases among resident and personnel · Assist in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Report malfunction of equipment and/or broken furniture immediately to Maintenance Department · Receive annual physical including appropriate screening for tuberculosis · The ability to conduct all activities within the resident abuse prevention manual · Cooperate with investigations regarding employee health, safety, security, and corporate compliance programs · Report all accident and incidents to Supervisor immediately upon occurrence · Correct unsafe or hazardous condition encountered, if unable to correct, report condition to immediate Supervisor upon discovery · Conduct all activities within established safety, security and infection control procedures and guidelines Conducts all activities within established corporate compliance policies and procedures · Observe and respond to all standing security precautions, devices and alerts as they pertain to work and common area · Respond to fire/disaster drills and emergencies · Ensure residents safety in accordance with resident safety program. · Follow safety features of the plan of care · Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure have attended the appropriate in-service training prior to performing such tasks · Ensure that the assigned nursing personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Ensure that all residents are wearing appropriate identification bracelets · Participates in mandatory in-service and job training · Assist the Director of Staff Development in providing off shift in-services as necessary · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred) · Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed in · Peripheral IV certification · Two years of clinical nursing experience · One-year experience in a management position preferred · One-year experience in geriatrics and subacute population · CPR/BLS certified · The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. · Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary · Must be able to stay or return to facility during emergency conditions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

CNA in Training

$15 - $16.02 / hour
University Health and Rehab is accepting applications for full-time CNA students. We are looking for caring, warm-hearted people who are searching for an opportunity to do meaningful work, and we will provide the education! We understand the responsibilities that come with caring for others, and we consider it a privilege. Our team members get to spend their days and nights with wonderful people who have fascinating stories to share, building meaningful relationships with our patients and their families. If you're looking for a work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of those you serve, consider a career with us. Perfect attendance and minimum grade standards are mandatory. Upon class completion, new graduates must be able to work a full-time schedule with every other weekend. The CNA provides direct care to the residents of the health and rehabilitation center, assisting them in Activities of Daily Living under the direction and supervision of a professional nurse. Bathes, dresses, and undresses residents. Serves and collects food trays and feeds residents. Measures and records weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output as directed. We are looking for caring individuals who can follow appropriate procedures and deliver outstanding care and service. Our Benefits Include: Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Your well-being is important, and we value it. Paid Time off, because as much as you love your job, we want you to also love having time to be you. A 401K retirement plan. You are our company's future; let us help you take care of yours!
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Charge Nurse 10,000 Sign on Bonus

$32 - $35 / hour
University Health & Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 12 hours shifts are available for 7a-7p 12 hours shifts are available for 7p-7a $10,000 Sign on Bonus As the LPN, you are at the forefront of our ability to provide Care Beyond Compare with the exceptional hands-on care you deliver. As a member of the nursing team, you will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that we are delivering the highest quality of care to our residents; helping them regain and maintain their optimal level of independence through the compassionate care and support you provide. One of the most rewarding aspects of your role is knowing that you will have the opportunity to make a sincere difference in someone’s life every day. What We Offer Competitive pay commensurate with experience Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees Career Growth Opportunities Daily Pay Available Sign on bonus What You'll Do Supervise, coordinate, and direct the work of nursing assistants (CNAs). Provide individualized nursing care to residents according to each resident’s plan of care. Assist in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments as ordered by the physician. Explains procedures and treatments ordered to gain patients’ cooperation and allay apprehension. Observe vital signs to detect deviations from normal and gage progress of the patient. Maintains patients’ medical record on nursing observation and action taken, such as medications and treatments given, reactions, tests, intake, emission of liquids and solids, and vital signs. Records nursing needs of patient on care plan to assure continuity of care. Observes emotional stability of patients, expresses interest in their progress, and prepares them for continuing care after discharge. Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident. What You Need Active, unencumbered licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in North Carolina. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

Registered Nurse/RN-10,000 SIGN ON BONUS

$36 - $39 / hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Join Our Team at University Health & Rehabilitation Center! Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at University Health & Rehabilitation Center. As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our residents. If you share our commitment to delivering "Care Beyond Compare," we invite you to apply for this full-time opportunity. What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment dedicated to delivering "Care Beyond Compare" Opportunities for professional growth and development A comprehensive benefits package (TBD) Sign On Bonus-$10,000 Full Time Great Benefits including Medical,401K, Daily Pay, Whole Life and Term Life Insurance, Aflac Responsibilities: Provide direct patient care to residents in a rehabilitation or long-term care setting Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and communication Monitor and report changes in resident condition to the healthcare team Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient care and progress Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes Demonstrate a commitment to providing exceptional customer service and fostering a positive work environment Requirements: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing 0 years of experience (entry-level opportunity) Ability to lift, transfer, and move patients as needed Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and improving outcomes How to Apply: If you are a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application to join our team at University Health & Rehabilitation Center. Note: Salary information will be provided upon request.
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN Weekends

$20 - $21.50 / hour
University Health & Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our growing team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN Weekends. As a CNA, you are at the forefront of our ability to provide Care Beyond Compare with the exceptional hands-on care you deliver. As a member of the nursing team, you will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that we are delivering the highest quality of care to our residents; helping them regain and maintain their optimal level of independence through the compassionate care and support you provide. One of the most rewarding aspects of your role is knowing that you will have the opportunity to make a sincere difference in someone’s life every day. What We Offer Competitive rates ranging from $20.00 to $21.50 per hour commensurate with experience Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees Career Growth Opportunities Daily Pay Available What You'll Do Provide individualized care to residents according to each resident’s plan of care. Assist residents with activities of daily living (ALDs) including bathing, grooming, and dressing. Assist with mealtime activities, including feeding residents as needed. Assist residents with mobility, including transferring and positioning them safely. Monitor residents’ health status and vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the nurse. Engage residents in social and recreational activities to promote overall well-being. Maintain safe, clean, and organized living environment for residents. Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident. What You Need Active unencumbered certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in North Carolina. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

OVERVIEW: Provide quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Provide individualized attention which encourages each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing · Knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for residents and provide support to the resident according to the care plan. Contribute to the care planning process by providing the charge nurse or other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the residents’ needs and preferences · Attend to the individual needs of residents which may include assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communicating, or other needs in keeping with the individuals’ care requirements, and scope of practice · Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each resident in the delivery of services to them. Interact with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment · Fully understand all aspects of residents’ rights, including the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse · Responsible for promptly reporting to the charge nurse or administrative staff incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of residents’ rights · Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies to the charge nurse such as lighting or equipment problems · Protect the personal belongings of each resident including eyeglasses, dentures, hearing aids, furnishings, jewelry, clothing, memorabilia, etc. Promptly report missing items according to established policy and participate in efforts to locate missing items · Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report these changes to appropriate licensed nursing personnel · Provide care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears, and other damage by changing incontinent residents, turning, repositioning immobile residents, and applying moisturizers to fragile skin, etc. · Answer residents’ call bells promptly and courteously · Perform various tasks assigned by the charge nurse including vital signs, residents’ weights, applying creams/ointments, collecting specimens, etc. · Assist with orienting residents and their families to the nursing home upon admission and to the unit when transfers occur · Assist and escort residents for appointments such as beauty shop, activities, church services, etc. · Complete certified nursing assistant records while using proper coding of activities of Daily Living (ADLs) documenting care provided or other information in keeping with department policies · Follow prescribed safety and infection control procedures including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated, and proper disposal of soiled materials · Support an atmosphere which promotes a homelike environment · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · A high school diploma or equivalent; successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education which meets state certification requirements · Must hold current Nursing Assistant Certifications in the state in which they are practicing · Must be knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment. · Current CPR (American Heart Association) SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com TRAVEL: · No travel is expected for this position
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- 3p -11p

$20 - $21.50 / hour
University Health & Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our growing team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2nd Shift with Shift Differential 3p-11p. As a CNA, you are at the forefront of our ability to provide Care Beyond Compare with the exceptional hands-on care you deliver. As a member of the nursing team, you will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that we are delivering the highest quality of care to our residents; helping them regain and maintain their optimal level of independence through the compassionate care and support you provide. One of the most rewarding aspects of your role is knowing that you will have the opportunity to make a sincere difference in someone’s life every day. What We Offer Competitive rates ranging from $20.00 to $21.50 per hour commensurate with experience Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees Career Growth Opportunities Daily Pay Available What You'll Do Provide individualized care to residents according to each resident’s plan of care. Assist residents with activities of daily living (ALDs) including bathing, grooming, and dressing. Assist with mealtime activities, including feeding residents as needed. Assist residents with mobility, including transferring and positioning them safely. Monitor residents’ health status and vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the nurse. Engage residents in social and recreational activities to promote overall well-being. Maintain safe, clean, and organized living environment for residents. Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident. What You Need Active unencumbered certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in North Carolina. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

$20 - $21.50 / hour
University Health & Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our growing team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- 1st Shift 7a-3p. As a CNA, you are at the forefront of our ability to provide Care Beyond Compare with the exceptional hands-on care you deliver. As a member of the nursing team, you will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that we are delivering the highest quality of care to our residents; helping them regain and maintain their optimal level of independence through the compassionate care and support you provide. One of the most rewarding aspects of your role is knowing that you will have the opportunity to make a sincere difference in someone’s life every day. What We Offer Competitive rates ranging from $20.00 to $21.50 per hour commensurate with experience Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees Career Growth Opportunities Daily Pay Available What You'll Do Provide individualized care to residents according to each resident’s plan of care. Assist residents with activities of daily living (ALDs) including bathing, grooming, and dressing. Assist with mealtime activities, including feeding residents as needed. Assist residents with mobility, including transferring and positioning them safely. Monitor residents’ health status and vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the nurse. Engage residents in social and recreational activities to promote overall well-being. Maintain safe, clean, and organized living environment for residents. Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident. What You Need Active unencumbered certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in North Carolina. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organized and detail oriented. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!