Quality Assurance Nurse (Healthcare)
Quality Assurance Nurse (LPN)
*$3,500 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Employment*
The Garden's Rehab & Care Center has been a staple in Mohave County Since 1998 and has been a cornerstone of compassionate care. Our evolution over the years has created a haven where long-term residents find comfort and short-term residents receive the support they need from our dedicated team of professionals. Join our team to be part of a legacy committed to the Kingman community and its cherished seniors. We also have an A+ rating with the BBB.
Are you an LPN with a passion for leadership and a dedication to exceptional resident care? Join our team!
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Job Summary
We're on the lookout for a dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team and collaborate with our Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Director of Nursing (DON). Your role as a QA Nurse will involve not only ensuring the highest quality of daily nursing services but also supporting and guiding our staff to maintain exceptional standards of care. Step into a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges and rewarding experiences. As a Quality Assurance Nurse, you'll enjoy a vibrant, supportive, and fun environment while making a difference!
Essential Job Functions:
Step in to provide essential nursing care support when needed, making a positive impact on our residents' lives.
Assist in solving nursing service problems, using your skills to find creative and effective solutions.
Help maintain accurate and organized records of nursing, medical, and related services, ensuring top-notch care.
Play a key role in our infection control and Quality Assurance (Q.A.) programs, keeping our facility safe and healthy.
Attend care conferences and contribute your insights to improve resident care plans and outcomes.
Join daily interdepartmental meetings, fostering collaboration and teamwork across all departments.
Participate in quarterly quality meetings, driving continuous improvement in our services.
Engage in SWIFT meetings, staying on top of the latest developments and initiatives.
Assist in developing comprehensive resident care plans that cater to each individual's unique needs.
Ensure laboratory and other diagnostic tests are completed, supporting accurate and timely care.
Cooperate closely with medical staff, building strong relationships to enhance resident care.
Step up as a charge nurse when needed, showcasing your leadership and nursing expertise.
Provide "on call" services to nursing staff as scheduled by the administrator, always ready to lend a helping hand.
Embrace all other assigned duties with enthusiasm and dedication, proving your versatility and commitment.
Join our team and discover a workplace where your skills and passion for nursing shine, and where every day is an opportunity to grow, learn, and make a meaningful difference!
Knowledge of:
Master the safety rules, policies, procedures, and infection prevention and control protocols to keep our environment safe and healthy.
Know all about facility emergency/disaster response and evacuation procedures, ready to lead when it counts.
Fully understand residents' rights, including freedom from restraints and abuse, and be a champion for their protection.
General nursing theory and practice
Medication and their effects
Skill in:
Lead effectively, inspiring and guiding your team to greatness.
Skillfully use and care for equipment, tools, and materials in resident care activities.
Work independently to complete daily tasks with flair and efficiency.
Follow and communicate verbal and written instructions clearly and effectively.
Build positive relationships with residents, visitors, and co-workers, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Ability to:
Respond to residents' families and personnel with sensitivity and professionalism, making them feel heard and respected.
Adjust your communication style based on the audience, whether it's physicians, associates, licensed nursing staff, nursing assistants, residents, or visitors.
Adhere to the Arizona State Board of Nursing Rules and Nurse Practice Act, maintaining high standards.
Skillfully use diagnostic equipment, ensuring accurate assessments.
Build Relationships: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, residents, and their families.
Maintain confidentiality, protecting sensitive information.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 100 pounds or more and bear weight.
Involves continuous physical activities such as standing, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, stretching, turning, grasping, and reaching.
This is a safety-sensitive position pursuant to A.R.S. 23-493.
Must be able to wear protective equipment such as gloves, masks, gowns, goggles and gait belts.
Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, common health care conditions, smells, noises, chemicals and some mechanical equipment.
Exposure to a variety of patient conditions and elements.
Frequent interactions with persons who may be verbally abusive to include yelling and cursing.
Frequent interaction with persons who are disabled, elderly and emotionally upset and who may be emotional, verbally and physical abusive.
Requires the ability to work with frequent interruptions with a workload that may be unpredictable and difficult to manage at times.
Required Minimum Education, Experience, and Training
Graduate of a state-approved school of nursing.
Current Arizona Nursing License or a license from a compact license state.
Obtain/maintain Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card at employee's expense.
Maintain CPR Certification.
Receive the COVID-19 vaccine or exemption.
Complete annual Tuberculosis Testing.
1-year experience in long-term care.
Mandated federal, state, and local communicable disease testing as required.
Benefits (Full-Time)
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
PTO
Free Birthday PTO
Christmas Club
Employee Daily Lunches
Discounted Daycare
EOE
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents. Your LPN leadership as QA Nurse and dedication will shine in our welcoming and compassionate environment!
