RN (Registered Nurse) - Antelope Valley Care Center

Supervise and coordinate daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and facility policies while overseeing the performance of RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and nurse trainees.

Provide direct patient care when necessary, including assessments, IV starts, specimen collection, administering medications, and monitoring serious conditions.

Participate in care planning and assessments, including developing, reviewing, and implementing comprehensive resident care plans and ensuring nursing staff follow them.

Conduct regular rounds and monitor medication/treatment administration, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with physician orders and facility procedures.

Maintain staffing levels and delegate duties, ensuring adequate coverage and fair workload distribution, while addressing attendance, discipline, and staff performance.

Lead or attend committee meetings (e.g., QA, Infection Control, Care Plan) and implement recommendations or changes as needed.

Ensure safety and infection control compliance, including staff training, use of PPE, sanitary workspaces, and participation in drills and reporting protocols.

Assist in audits and surveys, prepare reports, and support quality assurance and regulatory compliance efforts across the nursing department.

Foster a supportive work environment, maintaining professional relationships with staff, residents, families, and other departments to promote quality care and teamwork.

Meet qualifications and licensure requirements, including holding a current RN license, CPR certification, relevant experience, and ongoing education in line with nursing best practices and facility expectations.