*Hopemont Hospital *is a long-term care facility within the West Virginia Department of Health Facilities in Terra Alta, WV.
This position is eligible for a *hiring incentive of* *$11,921* to the selected candidate who agrees to work for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
*General Description*
Shift assignment is subject to change per operational need.
Will direct the general supervision of nursing staff and all nursing activities with the nursing units on assigned shift.
Plans, organizes and coordinates the implementation of established policies within the units.
Assigns responsibility and delegates authority; develops, assigns and evaluates proper and effective work methods.
Evaluates nursing care and work performance.
Assists in orientation of new personnel and provides in-service training for nursing staff on assigned shifts as needed.
Evaluates the kind and amount of nursing services required, and assists in planning for effective management of each unit.
Monitors records of nursing and treatments for accuracy.
Counseling nursing personnel as needed.
Monitors job performance and provides guidance for nursing personnel on assigned shift.
Conducts evaluations of nursing staff on assigned shift.
Communicates with the Director of Nursing (DON), social worker, pharmacist, psychologist, and medical doctor on changes in resident conditions.
Monitors resident care to ensure residents are receiving optimal care according to guidelines and regulations.
Visits residents throughout the shift, for supervision, communication, and reassurance, and confers with unit nurses on all problems.
Informs physician and family and prepares reports covering such items as critically ill and emergency situations.
Assumes the responsibility of the handling, dispensing, use of and recording of narcotics and medication within the units.
Interprets hospital policies and regulations to staff members, residents and visitors and ensure conformance.
Maintains a dignified and professional approach to employees and public relations.
Performs related duties as required.
Mandatory overtime is an essential function of this position.
Demonstrated computer skills are required.
_Applicants selected for employment must successfully complete a chemical urinalysis and breath analysis drug screening test.
All employees shall be subject to drug testing for probable cause as set forth in agency and bureau policies.
Applicants must successfully pass a background check.
This is a tobacco/smoke free campus.
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*Minimum Qualifications*
*Training: *Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited four-year college or university and two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a registered professional nurse.
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Successful completion of an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university or a diploma nursing program and three years of experience as a registered professional nurse.
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*Special Requirement: *
*Benefits Include:*
* Paid vacation, holidays, and sick/family sick leave
* Health, dental, vision, retiree health, basic life, and supplemental life insurance
* Employee wellness clinic
* Flex benefits
* Deferred compensation and retirement
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.
26 - $55.
90 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Loan forgiveness
* Paid holidays
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Paid training
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Geriatrics
Work setting:
* In-person
* Long term care
Experience:
* nursing: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* West Virginia or compact Registered Nurse license (Required)
Work Location: In person