At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (36 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Licensed Practical Nurse to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

The LPN will share in the responsibility as a member of the Resident Care Team.  Under the guidance of the RN, the LPN shall provide basic nursing care to residents with varying degrees of acuity. For residents with uncomplicated needs, the LPN may function independently with minimal supervision.  In more complex nursing situations, the LPN shall assist the RN.  The LPN may be assigned to all nursing services areas. We offer competitive pay for our 12-hour shifts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes delegated assignments.
• Provides individual resident care by performing activities related to the total plan.
• Recognizes abnormal conditions and/or reactions and is responsible for an immediate and accurate report.
• Participates in in-service education programs for individual growth.
• Performs selective nursing procedures where professional evaluative judgment is not required.
• Ensures the physical comfort and safety of all assigned residents.
• Takes telephone and verbal orders from the physician in the absence of the registered nurse (RN).
• Administers, charts, orders, and disposes of medications according to established policies and procedures.
• Other duties assigned

TASKS:

A.        General:

• Discusses delegated assignment with Charge Nurse.
• Discusses “Resident Care Plan” with the Charge Nurse regarding individual resident needs.
• Gives or assists with partial or complete hygiene.
• Understands and applies nursing measures for skin protection.
• Understands and practices safety precautions.
• Performs admission and discharge procedures.
• Feeds residents.
• Maintains accurate Intake and output records for designated residents.
• Understands the principles concerning special diets.
• Understands and applies nursing measures in the care of the incontinent resident.
• Places the resident on the bedpan or commode or assists the resident in the bathroom.
• Becomes proficient in the following procedures with attention to technique, observation, reporting, and recording:
• Cleansing enema
• Retention enema
• Harris Flush
• Insertion of a flatus tube
• Colonic irrigation
• Colostomy care and irrigation
• Cauterization
• Foley care
• Observation of resident receiving intravenous therapy

·         Turns, moves, positions, and supports residents

·         Understands and applies the principles of body mechanics and body alignment.

·         Assists the resident in or out of bed, wheelchair, or stretcher.

·         Makes beds:  occupied/unoccupied, with oxygen or orthopedic equipment.

·         Observe characteristics, reports, and record vital signs:

·         Temperature:  oral, rectal, auxiliary

·         Apical or radial pulse

·         Respirations

·         Blood pressure

·         Assists the physicians or professional nurse with physicals, rectal or pelvic examinations, and special treatments or tests.

·         Collects urine, sputum, and stool specimens.

·         Performs, records, and reports sugar and acetone tests.

·         Performs Foley care.

·         Obtains urine specimens from a resident with a Foley.

·         Performs the following irrigations:

·         Eye, ear, nose, throat

·         Indwelling catheter

·         Vaginal

·         Perineal

·         Application heat and cold:

·         Packs and compresses

·         Ice bags

·         Soaks

·         Hot water bottles

·         Alcohol and tepid sponge bath

·         Performs installations for the bladder, eye, ear, and nose.

·         Applies and changes dressings, bandages, and binders.

·         Administers selected oral, rectal, hypodermic, and intramuscular medications.

·         Cares for a resident with a communicable disease.

·         Practices proper Isolation Technique.

·         Assists with tub baths, showers, and sits baths.

·         Answers resident calls.

·         Observes, records, and reports abnormalities of the urine, stool, and emesis.

·         Assists residents with nourishment needs.

·         Answers telephone, takes and relays messages, and calls the proper associate to the phone.

·         Completes resident acre checklists and charts on assigned residents.

·         Assists with the preparation of the expired resident (Post-mortem care).

·         Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly medication cart.

·          Maintains accurate admission and discharge reports.

·          Keeps current the Resident Condition Report.

B.  Evaluates nursing care:

o    Identifies areas where self-improvement is needed.

o    Observe the resident’s response to the plan of care.

o    Seeks improvement of the nursing care plan through discussion with coworkers.

o    Adjusts the nursing care plan in light of new developments or new information.

o    Evaluate the performance of the workers under their direction.

o     Identifies the learning needs of workers and refers them to the Director of Nursing.

ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY STANDARDS:

• Functions as a Charge Nurse in charge of a nursing unit as assigned and assigns duties to aides and orderlies.
• Contributes to the implementation of the philosophy and purpose of nursing.
• Issues warning notices to employees under supervision without prior approval for employee violations of nursing home personnel policies or other improper conduct.
• May suspend an employee and recommend termination for serious infractions.
• Supervises the performance of aides and orderlies and responds to their complaints or suggestions as indicated.
• Authorizes employees to leave work early.
• Moves employees between units as needed.
• Evaluates employee’s physical and mental capacity to perform their job each day and take appropriate action when an employee is not able to perform correctly.
• Assists in the identification and evaluation of problems and their solutions.
• Promotes and ensures conformity with departmental policies and procedures.
• Participates in the hiring and firing process.
• Assists in carrying out other related duties as designated by the Director of Nursing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
• Licensure: Licensed in the State of Florida as an LPN
• Must have physical stamina and emotional maturity.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• You must be alert and courteous.
• Must be able to accept constructive criticism maturely.
• Seeks further educational experiences.
• Neat appearance, exhibited by proper uniform, including nursing cap and name pin, must be maintained.
• Nails must be short and clean.  Polish may be worn if kept neatly.
• Hair must be arranged neatly.
• Since work requires close contact with others, we encourage the use of deodorant and discourage the use of heavy colognes, which may be offensive to others.
• Pins or other costume jewelry are not permitted.
• Cosmetics should be used attractively.
• Skin test and/or chest x-ray and physical examination required.
• Must be able to move and lift residents.
• Must have adequate hearing and vision.
• It must be neat and clean in appearance.

Freedom from illegal use of drugs, and freedom from use and effects of the use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a healthcare-related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Considerable walking and standing.
• Lifting and moving of patients.
• Emergencies arise that require an immediate and effective response from the nurse.
• Judgment to refer situations beyond their ability or functions to the proper person.
• Emergencies may require service to go beyond the eight-hour tour of duty.
• May be assigned to a work area other than the regular one when needed.

ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Inside/Outside
• Heat/Cold
• Wet/Humidity
• Noise/Vibrations
• Fumes/Odors/Chemical Exposure
• Other Hazards

Highlights of our benefits package:

• Medical coverage (3 options)
• Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Dental coverage (3 options)
• Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Employer paid life insurance policy
• Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid time off package

 At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

  If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Certified Nursing Aide to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

 A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a professional worker who, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, carries out simple nursing functions. These include attending the personal needs of selected residents, procuring and returning equipment and assisting in the general maintenance of the nursing unit.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gives hygienic care: bathing, assisting with cleaning teeth, back rubs, providing water to wash hands and face, combing hair.
• Gives, removes and cleans bedpan.
• Prepares residents for meals, assists residents to eat.
• Assists the Nurses in the care of residents as directed.
• Reports all observations concerning residents to a Team Leader.
• Makes beds, occupied and unoccupied.
• Assists patients in moving and turning, and getting in and out of bed, and walking as needed.
• Keeps water pitchers clean and filled with fresh drinking water.
• Assists in keeping department neat and clean by: cleaning bedside unit, cleaning nursing equipment, keeping service areas in order (utility room, linen room, and kitchen).
• Assists in keeping residents’ flowers fresh and watered.
• Charts pertinent information on flow sheet as directed by Team Leader.
• And other duties assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

·         Certification or eligible for certification in the State of Florida.

·         Preference given to the applicant who can provide evidence of previous satisfactory experience as CNA.

·         Male and female are both eligible.

Highlights of our benefits package:

 ·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

We look forward to your interest in our organization and learning more about you!

 At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents. 

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (36 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Registered Nurse to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:
 
The RN is responsible for assessing the clinical condition and determining the nursing care requirements of the residents in an assigned unit.  The RN assigns, supervises, and directs the delivery of nursing care by the individuals according to the physician's orders and established policies and standards of care.  The RN is directly responsible to the Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, or Administration and keeps them informed of all pertinent information concerning the resident's condition.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Gives the quality of nursing care, which meets the standards for nursing practice of Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

1. Adheres to the policies and procedures of Plantation Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

1. Knows the purpose, expected results, and the safety factors involved in the nursing care they administer.

1. Utilizes her knowledge and skills in giving safe nursing care.

1. Assumes responsibility for fulfilling the job's activities.

1. Protects the confidentiality of information concerning residents or nursing home affairs, except to authorized personnel.

1. Self-direction in learning and/or improving the abilities needed in the job.

1. Participates in studies related to nursing practice.

1. Participates in the in-service education program of the nursing home.  

1. Evaluate resident care and make recommendations for the improvement of the care.

1. Maintains a professional level of conduct.

1. Accepts direction, supervision, and evaluation of performance.

1. Economical use of time, effort, and material.

1. Other related duties as assigned

 
JOB FUNCTIONS:
 
A. Plan Nursing Care
  
·         Identifies the nursing needs of residents.

• Receives report from a nurse from the previous tour of duty and makes walking rounds.

• Ascertains physician's orders.

• Observe the resident's physical needs.

• Determines observable spiritual, emotional, and social factors that might influence a plan of therapy.

• Utilizes knowledge in the identification of nursing needs.

• Knowledgeable of all residents' conditions at all times.

• Responsible for the total resident environment.

 
B.  Makes a plan of care in light of the nursing needs and the program of   therapy as prescribed by the physician.             

• Identifies nursing needs that require the services of an RN.

• Utilizes resources such as physicians, directors, and written materials in planning care.

• Identifies areas of nursing care within the range of abilities and scope of the non-professional worker.

• Assign the non-professional workers to tasks that they can perform and supervise them.

• Utilizes ancillary services, such as Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Recreational Therapy, and Social Services, in providing optimal services to the resident.

• Participates in weekly Resident Care Plan meetings as indicated.

 
C. Gives nursing care:

1. Carries out hygienic, comfortable, and safe measures. Carries out activities delegated by the physician that concern medications, treatments, and diagnostic measures. Assists the physician with treatments and procedures. Assists in the physical rehabilitation of the resident. Teaches the resident and/or family the necessary health information or simple nursing procedures required for home care. Observe and record on nursing records the signs and symptoms associated with the diagnosis, the resident's condition, and their response to therapy. Reports significant observations and information to the nurse in charge. Records nursing care data accurately on designated records. Assists in meeting spiritual and emotional needs. Administers or supervises the administration and recording of medication. Administers, regulates, and initiates intravenous fluids and medications as needed. Transcribes and follows through with doctor's orders. Demonstrates nursing care procedures and care of equipment to team members when necessary. It helps maintain the cleanliness of the unit. Makes pertinent notations on Resident Condition Report. Assists in the orientation of new associates. Completes narcotic counts and reports incorrect counts to the Head Nurse. Checks for the completion of team members' assignments and other delegated tasks. Checks new patients on admission and makes frequent rounds, assisting, checking, and teaching members.

1. Makes rounds with doctors. Reads current literature in nursing to update nursing care. Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly medication cart. Maintains accurate admission and discharge reports. Keeps current the Resident Condition Report.

 
D. Evaluate nursing care
1. identifying areas where self-improvement is needed.
2 Observes the resident's response to the plan of care.
3. Seeks improvement in nursing care plans through discussions with coworkers.
4. Adjusts the nursing care plan in light of new developments or new information.
5. Evaluates the performance of the workers under their direction. Identifies the learning needs of the workers and refers this to the Director of Nursing.
6.  Assists the Charge Nurse with the overall management of the Nursing Unit, including monthly orders, renewals, monthly summaries, and other data as required by the Nursing Administration.
 
ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY STANDARDS:
 
1. Functions as a Charge Nurse in charge of a nursing unit as assigned and assigns duties to aides and orderlies.
2. Contribute to the implementation of the philosophy and purpose of nursing.
Issues warning notices to employees under supervision without prior approval for employee violations of nursing home personnel policies or other improper conduct.
 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Education:       Registered Nurse

• Licensure:        Licensed in the State of Florida

• Attending educational programs designed to foster professional growth is essential.

• Knowledge of the principles of physical, biological, and social sciences plus their application to resident care.

• Manipulative skills are required in performing a variety of therapeutic procedures.

• Technical skills are also required, as well as recognition of cardinal symptoms, reactions to treatments, and changes in a patient's condition.

• Teaching skills are essential for instructing patients and nursing associates.

• Must have physical stamina and emotional maturity.

• Must be dependable and punctual.

• Must maintain a neat appearance, exhibited by proper uniform, nursing cap, and name pin.  A cap remains optional.

• Must be able to accept and support change.

• You must be alert.

• Must be interested in learning.

• Must be courteous.

• Must be able to accept and offer constructive criticism maturely.

• Skin test and/or chest x-ray and physical examination required.

• Must be able to move and lift residents safely and effectively.

• Must have adequate hearing and vision.

• Must be able to supervise non-professional workers when they are assigned for direction.

• Constant contact with residents, visitors, and coworkers.

 
Freedom from illegal use of drugs, and freedom from use and effects of the use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a healthcare-related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.
 
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Considerable walking and standing.

• Lifting and moving of patients.

• Emergencies arise that require an immediate and effective response from the nurse.

• Judgment to refer situations beyond their ability or functions to the proper person.

• Emergencies may require service to go beyond the eight-hour tour of duty.

• May be assigned to a work area other than the regular one when needed.

 
ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Inside/Outside

• Heat/Cold

• Wet/Humidity

• Noise/Vibrations

• Fumes/Odors/Chemical Exposure

• Other Hazards

 
Highlights of our benefits package:
·         Medical coverage (3 options)
·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account
·         Dental coverage (3 options)
·         Vision coverage
·         Flexible Spending Account
·         Dependent Care Account
·         Employer paid life insurance policy
·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft
·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match
·         Paid time off package
 
We look forward to your interest in our organization and learning more about you!

MDS Care Plan Coordinator

At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours/per week and benefit eligible) MDS Care Plan Coordinator to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

 The MDS Care Plan Coordinator Job Responsibilities:

·         Completes an admission care plan for the residents.

·         Determines the Assessment Reference Date at time of admission.

·         Advices the unit of the “look back” period and provides the unit with the Certified Nursing Assistant worksheet.

• Schedules assessments for all Medicare residents to meet PPS guidelines, notifies appropriate staff assessment dates and assures that required time frames are met without exception.
• Conducts the full assessment on or before day 5^th. Coordinates the completion of the Comprehensive Assessment on or Before day 14th.
• Notifies the Interdisciplinary Team of the Resident Care Plan meeting.  Coordinates the Care Plan meeting.
• Completes and faxes to the corporate office the Medicare Verification of Funding form in a timely manner (By Day 5 upon admission and upon RUGS III level change during stay).  Coordinates all RUGS III level changes throughout resident’s stay, working closely with Therapy and Nursing.  Communicates all reimbursement level changes to Business Office Manager as soon as pending level change is identified.
• Identifies potential discrepancies between therapy provides and RUG III claimed on Medicare A residents.
• Runs draft of all MDS’s prior to locking the MDS on all Medicare A residents, and assures all MDS’s are transmitted within the required time frames.
• Attends and actively participates in all utilization review and therapy team conference meetings.

·       The Manager on Duty will do facility rounds, checking each department and getting reports from the nursing supervisors. Duties will include, but are not limited to, facility tours for prospective admissions, assisting with resolution of resident concerns and overall facility operation.

·         All other duties assigned.

 Qualified applicants will have the following:

·         Must have an active Florida Registered Nurse License, BSN.

·         Minimum, three (3) years’ experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF).

·         Point Click Care experience preferred.

·         Must know basic data entry, MDS software experience  preferred

·         Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language and possess good communication skills.

·         Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

·         Must possess the ability to handle tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

·         Must be able to work harmoniously with other personnel.

·         Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for providing sound accounting techniques.

·         Must be able to carry out and understand written and oral instructions.

·         Must possess the ability to examine and verify financial documents and reports.

 Working Conditions:

·    Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility

·    Ability to sit for time required to complete paperwork duties required

• Concrete organizational skills
• Able to work well with staff (Nursing, Therapy, Interdisciplinary team members, Business Office)
• Understands clinical skills and documentation

·      Able to be mobile which includes lifting up to 20 lbs. of force or force frequently.

·    Essential physical demands include: lifting, climbing, bending, pushing, standing or sitting, reaching, hearing and speaking. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

·     Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.

Highlights of our benefits package:

·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

We look forward to your interest in our organization and learning more about you!

 ·         Inside/Outside

·         Heat/Cold

·         Wet/Humidity

·         Noise/Vibrations

·         Fumes/Odors/Chemical Exposure

·         Other Hazards

At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

 If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (36 hours /per week and benefit eligible) Respiratory Therapist to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

Responsible for direct care, equipment management and other respiratory related duties relevant to delivery of quality care in a safe environment according to the interdisciplinary care plan approach. We offer competitive pay for our 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities:

Carries out all responsibilities according to the policies and procedures of the facility and within the scope of practice of individual licensure, under the direction of the charge nurse Lead Respiratory Therapist.

1. Utilize knowledge and skills to assess and manage the patient respiratory status, including, but not limited to:

·         a. physical assessment and interpretation-auscultation, performing diagnostic studies (ABG, CBG,etc .), sputum specimens, monitoring and interpretation of SaO2,pCO2, blood gas values, and other diagnostics, assist with procedures, assess patient response to interventions and determine appropriate course of action.

·         b. airway management-care of artificial airway and cuff, suctioning, positioning, medication      administration, humidification, aspiration precautions.

·         c. Ventilation management-monitor assess work of breathing, monitor and assess lab values and results of others diagnostic tools, oxygen and medication administration, COPT, postural drainage, monitor and assess patient response to intervention

       2.    Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

1. Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely, to assure patient safety at all times and to assist,

transfer or otherwise move patients and essential equipment Requires standing walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling. The position characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2.     Water exposure through frequent hand washing with soap.

3.     Potential direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infection disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

1.       Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely, to assure patient safety at all times and to assist,

transfer or otherwise move patients and essential equipment Requires standing walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling. The position characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2.       Water exposure through frequent hand washing with soap.

3.       Potential direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infection disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.

General Appearance:

1. Must wear appropriate scrubs and MUST have stethoscope at all times
2. Must be neat and clean with appropriate attire to carry out duties
3. Nails must be trimmed; Jewelry worn should not pose a risk injury.
4. Perfumes and colognes may be respiratory irritant to some and are not allowed.

Highlights of our benefits package:

·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

                If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours /per week and benefit eligible) Unit Manager to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

Knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform essential functions of this job. Carries out all duties in accord with the facility mission and philosophy. Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each employee.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of employee and facility property.  Able to understand and follow written and verbal directions.  Able to effectively communicate with staff members through verbal and/or written means. Knowledge of emergency and disaster procedures of facility.  Able to locate nearest exit, to understand and respond to written or oral instructions in case of emergency. Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of co-workers by complying with facility policies on attendance and punctuality and dress code.  Able to arrive and to begin work on time.

Working knowledge and ability to comply with facility policies and procedures for workplace safety including infection control procedures, application of universal precautions for blood borne pathogens, use of personal protective equipment and handling of hazardous materials. Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities within allotted time.

Able to respond to change productively and to handle additional tasks/projects as assigned. Able to carry out the essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of self and others. Other related duties as assigned

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Grievance
2. Wounds assessments
3. 24-hour report
4. Stand-up meeting
5. Admission review
6. Rounds with MD, GI, Neuro etc...
7. Pharmacy report
8. Incident reports
9. Reviewing orders / Reconciliations
10. EQ Health monthly reports
11. Coordination of discipline reports

Physical, Psychological and Ergonomic Requirements:

Successful performance of essential functions can best be achieved through consistent application of current knowledge, use of good judgment, common sense, ability to establish and carry out priorities, effective use of interpersonal skills and ongoing communication with residents, staff, families, interdisciplinary team members, and government officials, including state surveyors and ombudsmen.

This job cannot be performed without exposure to the stresses associated with an intimate, 24-hour residential care environment that delivers care and services primarily to disabled and cognitively impaired residents s.  Examples of these stresses include, but are not limited to; shift rotation, weekend and holiday duty, unusual or impaired behavior by residents, family reactions to having a loved one in the nursing home, death and dying, oversight of state surveyors, ombudsmen and federal officials, presence of consultants and attorneys, and variable involvement of medical staff.

Essential functions are carried out in a variety of positions including standing and sitting.  To meet residents’ needs, virtually all positions require the ability to move freely through the building.  Stooping, bending, lifting and carrying, as well as other physical demands may be required as described in the Essential Physical Demands of this position.

Working Conditions:

1. Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely, to assure patient safety at all times and to assist,

transfer or otherwise move patients and essential equipment Requires standing walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling. The position characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2.     Water exposure through frequent hand washing with soap.

3.     Potential direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infection disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

1.       Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely, to assure patient safety at all times and to assist and lifting- infrequent 50-60 pounds

2.       Transfer or otherwise move patients and essential equipment.

3.       Requires standing walking-ability to move frequently and easily.

4.       Reaching-often, bending, kneeling, crouching, infrequent pushing, pulling.

5.       The position characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

6.       Water exposure through frequent hand washing with soap.

7.       Potential direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infection disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals.

General Appearance:

1. Must wear name tag at all times
2. Must be neat and clean with appropriate attire to carry out duties
3. Nails must be trimmed; Jewelry worn should not pose a risk injury.
4. Perfumes and colognes may be respiratory irritant to some and are not allowed.

Highlights of our benefits package:

·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

 Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

 If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Director of Respiratory Therapy to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting. Required to participate in a Manager on Duty Program.

Position Summary

The Director of Respiratory Therapy is responsible for coordinating all respiratory care in the pediatric facility.  This includes, but is not limited to:  orientation and training of all respiratory staff in the facility, clinical assessments, marketing, adherence to budget, and meeting state licensure requirements.  Assists, as necessary, the respiratory department in case management.  Acts as clinical liaison and formulates relationships with hospitals, insurance companies, other major referral sources, staff, and family.  Responsible for direct care, equipment management and other respiratory related duties relevant to delivery of quality care in a safe environment according to the interdisciplinary care plan approach.

Duties & Responsibilities

The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified.  It shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position.

• Responsible for initial orientation of all new staff to the department/facility and policies and procedures of the department.
• Gives input to the Administrator on goals and objectives for the department and implements activities to accomplish them.
• Exhibits characteristics of tact, organizational skills and good interpersonal communication in conferences and basic areas of administration, physical care, clinical education and supervision.
• Acts as a clinical instructor when necessary.
• Encourages continued education for all staff, ensuring each staff member gives at least one in-service for facility each year.  Ensures staff attends all mandatory in-services.
• Provides appropriate supervision of delegated functions for members of the respiratory team while ensuring that treatment plans are carried out in a safe and effective manner.

• Provides on-site evaluations incorporating contact with Social Service Department; review of the client’s medical record, client visit, and other professional contacts as appropriate.
• Provides coordination of admission of residents requiring skilled respiratory services.  Assesses individual’s health needs by reviewing past history, current status and treatment plan.  Counsels resident and/or family concerning available services and suitability of resident’s admission.

• Coordinates the respiratory requirements of each patient admitted to the facility and implementation of the plan of care.  Utilizes cost effective management strategies.
• Monitors and evaluates services and outcomes through resident surveys, chart audits, defines outcome studies.  Assures completion of required quality assurance and program evaluation activities and resulting management reports.
• Advocate for the resident.  Respects and maintains confidentiality of all resident records and uses complete discretion when discussing resident information.
• Liaison between the respiratory department, facility departments, referral sources, community and insurance carriers.
• Schedules staff to meet the needs of the department within guidelines of corporate budget.
• Makes recommendations for purchase of equipment, supplies, forms, etc., and submits appropriate paperwork for approval.
• Maintains sufficient inventory of respiratory supplies at all times to meet day-to-day needs of pediatric residents.
• Participates in the development of departmental budgets, monitors and adheres to budget constraints.
• Assures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.  Provides ongoing consultation regarding changes in Federal and State requirements related to documentation, billing and payor source utilization.
• Attends continuing education courses to maintain skill level.
• Complete required personnel functions:  interviewing, reference checking, personnel file maintenance, evaluations and other personnel actions.  Provides a program for orientation of new staff.

• Monitors respiratory staff’s skills, performance and documentation.
• Completes biweekly payroll in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintains appropriate billing documentation, labor logs, equipment and supply inventory.

• Completes all required paperwork within appropriate timeframe.

• Respects the confidentiality of all resident records and uses discretion when discussing resident information.

• Carries out all responsibilities according to the policies and procedures of the facility and within the scope of practice of individual licensure, under the direction of the Pediatric Facility Administrator.

1.                   Utilizes knowledge and skills to assess and manage the resident’s

respiratory status, including but not limited to:

a.                   Physical assessment and interpretation-auscultation,

performing diagnostic studies (ABG, CBG, etc.), sputum

specimens, monitoring, and interpretation of SaO2, pCO2,

blood gas values, and other diagnostics, assist with procedures,

assess resident response to interventions and determine

appropriate course of action.

b.                   Airway management – care of artificial airway and cuff, suctioning,

positioning, medication administration, humidification, and aspiration precautions.

c.                    Ventilation management – monitor, assess work of breathing,

monitor and assess lab values and results of other diagnostic

tools, oxygen and medication administration, COPT, postural

drainage, monitor and assess resident response to interventions.

2.                   Responds to and manages alarms, respiratory distress and arrest

situations quickly and calmly.

3.                   Works as a team with the nurse to meet the resident’s respiratory needs by:

a.                   Giving routine shift reports

b.                   Reporting significant events, changes in condition, and question of injury, problems or concerns, etc.

c.                    Discussing resident’s response to interventions, course of action and physician notification

d.                   Consult with physician and take physician’s orders as needed

after consulting with nurse

e.                   Coordinating respiratory schedule with other disciplines when

possible

4.                   Demonstrates interdisciplinary team efforts to meet the resident’s needs by:

a.                   Being knowledgeable and supportive of team goals on an ongoing basis

b.                   Keeping the resident clean and dry; meeting hygiene needs, trach care, etc., as needed

c.                    Assisting with turning, positioning, lifting and transfers

d.                   Taking part in managing respiratory needs during activities,

field trips, and appointments

5.             Develops, reviews, and updates, in a timely manner, the respiratory section of the individual care plan for each resident in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team per facility requirements.

6.             Attends care plan and other meetings as needed.

7.          Takes part in pre-admission assessment as needed.

8.       Is knowledgeable and compliant with state regulations and resident rights on an         ongoing, daily basis.

9.             Maintains accurate, concise, and up-to-date documentation.

10.          Provides and/or takes part in family or staff education and teaching needs when     indicated.

11.    Promotes a safe and orderly environment and reports potential problems.

12.    Manages all durable and non-durable respiratory equipment in the facility according to accepted industry standards for safety and infection control.

13.    Maintain “go” bags.

14.    Takes part in preparation for planning and delivery care for residents during power outages and disasters.

15.        The Manager on Duty will do facility rounds, checking each department and getting reports from the nursing supervisors. Duties will include, but are not limited to, facility tours for prospective admissions, assisting with resolution of resident concerns and overall facility operations

Performs any other tasks or duties as assigned Organizational Relationships

16.    Reports to the Administrator of Pediatric Facility

17.    Supervises Respiratory Therapists

18.    Works at maintaining a good rapport and cooperative interdepartmental

Relationships with all personnel, demonstrates a team attitude

19.    Consistently develops a therapeutic relationship with the resident; maintains a proper perspective between personal and professional affairs

20.    Inspires confidence from residents, visitors, family and staff by performing

and communicating in a highly professional manner at all times

Qualifications

1.                   Current State of Florida licensure and RRT credentials

2.                   Acute care and/or long term care pediatric and/or geriatric experience

3.                   CPR Certification/PALS Certification for pediatrics

4.                   Proficient in airway and ventilator management for children and/or adults

5.                   Ability to communicate effectively

6.                   Ability to work with others as a team

7.                   Must be able to function independently

8.                   Must demonstrate good judgment, tact, and patience with others

Working Conditions:

·         Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility

·         Able to be mobile which includes lifting up to 20 lbs. of force or force frequently.

·         Essential physical demands include: lifting, climbing, bending, pushing, standing or sitting, reaching, hearing and speaking. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

·         Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.

Highlights of our benefits package:

·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

At Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center, we've created an environment that is truly home-like, in which we provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care that promotes residents entire well-being. We are committed to providing optimum care in a setting that promotes dignity and respect for all residents.

 Plantation Rehabilitation & Health Center takes great pride in our entire workforce and truly believes in the work that each position brings to the organization.

 If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Staffing Coordinator to join our skilled workforce in our skilled nursing facility setting.

Responsible for scheduling and staffing of the nursing department

(RN’s, LPN’s and C.N. A’s).  Work closely with the Nursing Office and Administrator to maintain and assure the facility is staffed in accordance with all state and federal guidelines daily. Responsible for new hire orientation and appropriate paperwork completion.

The Staffing Coordinator Job Responsibilities:

• Bi-weekly scheduling for Nurse’s and C.N.A.’s for Geriatric and Pediatric to be submitted to the Director of Nursing for approval.
• Assist staff with request for personal time off /emergency time off and scheduling that will not conflict with facility day to day operations.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and adjusting staffing in accordance with facility census.
• Maintain daily-staffing sheets based on the master schedule and update master schedule with call offs and changes in staffing needs.
• Responsible for finding replacements for nursing staff Call-offs while on duty.
• Assist nursing supervisor on an On-Call basis to find replacements for crisis situations.
• Calculating HPPD numbers in accordance with state regulation and maintaining records for facility inspections.  Submit daily records to the Administrator and Director of Nursing, fax to NuVision Management
• Maintaining individual nursing staff attendance sheets with call offs and leaves of absence.
•  Assist Director of nursing with hiring of new employees.
• Interviews
• Setting up new personnel files and submitting information to bookkeeping for processing and files to DON
• Maintaining and tracking employee’s evaluation: 90 days and yearly and submitting them to nursing supervisor for completion
• Monitoring and inform nursing office and staff of need for yearly physicals.
• Other related duties as assigned

• Additional Duties:
  
  
• Bi-weekly Payroll
• Checking nursing staff time sheets for accuracy and submitting them to bookkeeping in a timely manner
• Monitoring staff for attendance counsels for absenteeism/ tardiness
• Assist the nursing office with clerical task-filing or other duties that do not require state license or certificate
• Additional duties may be given by the Director of Nursing or by the facility Administrator

·         Demonstrate respect and compassion with every interaction.

·         All other duties assigned.

 Working Conditions:

·         Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility

·         Able to be mobile which includes lifting up to 20 lbs. of force or force frequently.

·         Essential physical demands include: lifting, climbing, bending, pushing, standing or sitting, reaching, hearing and speaking. However, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

·         Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.

Highlights of our benefits package:

·         Medical coverage (3 options)

·         Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account

·         Dental coverage (3 options)

·         Vision coverage

·         Flexible Spending Account

·         Dependent Care Account

·         Employer paid life insurance policy

·         Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft

·         401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match

·         Paid time off package

We look forward to your interest in our organization and learning more about you!