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The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing anddocumenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the care plan developed foreach individual patient and within the physician’s orders. The Registered Nurseis also responsible for providing services, as directed by contract and/or program,while under the supervision of a contract/program clinical designee. The RNprovides service in accordance with Maxim’s philosophy, standards and policies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as wellas, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
• Patient Bill of Rights
• Standards of Patient Care
• Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the care/services environmentand equipment used, including universal precautions
• Nurse Practice Act
• Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests fromprescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
• Assesses and evaluates patient nursing needs regularly
• Documents all physician collaboration/coordination of carein the medical record and communicates this information as needed
• Reviews plan of care and program protocols and identifiesareas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting anddischarge planning needs, as applicable
• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluatepatient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services,as required
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
• State and Local Laws
• Intervenes as applicable in response to changes inpatient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician orsupervisor
• Attends case conferences, team meetings and educationin-services, as required
• Policies and procedures of contracted customers
• Adheres to Maxim policy, procedure and applicable protocols
• Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursingactions based on patient diagnosis and established goals
• Standards of Accrediting Body
• Adheres to the following professional practice standards:
• Standards of Nursing Practice
• Assures patient/client safety at all times

Minimum Requirements

• Must meet all federal, state, local and contract requirements
• PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• One year prior professional nursing experience preferred
• Successful completion of Maxim’s Competency Program
• Current Health Certificate (per facility contract or stateregulation) required
• Proficiency in the English language required
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice
• Current CPR, as applicable, for direct patient care
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing preferred
• Successful completion of Maxim Orientation and Compliance training,and all other assigned trainings as applicable required
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in specific state required

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.