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Position Description/Minimum Qualifications * The Nurse is responsible for the Shift coordination and oversight of the nursing process for residents assigned to his or her care. Responsibilities include both the direct and indirect provision of care according to each resident\'s nursing and medical plan of care and in accordance with state and federal regulations and accepted nursing standards of practice. Provide assessment of and responds to resident conditions utilizing the nursing process. Work cooperatively with other members of the facility interdisciplinary team. Maintain effective communication with other members of the interdisciplinary team utilizing facility processes to assure the highest standard of care is maintained for each resident assigned to his or her care. Complete and ensure C.N.A. documentation of care and services rendered according to facility policies and procedures. Complete reports such as the 24-hour change in condition report, Incident and Accident reports, etc. according to the facility policy and procedure and as assigned by the Director of Nursing Services. Provide immediate response to situations of resident risk such as allegations of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of property. Report incidents timely and to appropriate persons per facility policy. Ensure timely and accurate medication and treatment administration. Communicate to physician and documents changes in resident condition utilizing both objective and subjective nursing assessment. Document and implement changes in nursing and medical plans of care. According to facility policy and procedure, assure that all members of the interdisciplinary team are aware of and understand changes in resident nursing and/or medical plan of care. Day-to-day coordination and oversight of the nursing process for residents assigned to his or her care. Direct and indirect provision of care according to each resident\'s nursing and medical plan of care and in accordance with state and federal regulations and accepted nursing standards of practice. Supervision follows all accepted state and federal guidelines for the respective discipline. Placements are in New Bedford & surrounding areas Qualifications: RN Bachelor or Associate degree from credentialed school of nursing. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice. 1 year of related nursing experience LPN: Education Graduate from credentialed school of nursing Certification/Licensure: Currently licensed as a nurse in the state of practice. Shift: All Shifts License Required / Type: LPN, RN