Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility (Orlando)
Company: Orlando Senior Health Network
Location: Orlando
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY: Assists in maintaining a positive physical, social,
and psychological environment in accordance with residents needs
and facility philosophy. Responsible to the Director of Nursing for
the planning, directing, supervision and delivery of resident care.
Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete medical records
on each resident. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other
duties may be assigned.) Provides nursing care according to
physicians orders and in conformance with the nurse practice act,
established standards, and administrative policies. In the nurse
practice act, practice of professional nursing means the
performance of those acts requiring substantial specialized
knowledge, judgment, and nursing skill based upon applied
principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social
sciences which shall include, but not be limited to: 1. The
observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention,
and evaluation of care; health teaching and counseling of the ill,
injured, or infirm; and the promotion of wellness, maintenance of
health, and prevention of illness of others. 2. The administration
of medications and treatments as prescribed or authorized by a duly
licensed practitioner authorized by the laws of this state to
prescribe such medications and treatments. 3. The supervision and
teaching of other personnel in the theory and performance of any of
the above acts. The professional nurse shall be responsible and
accountable for making decisions that are based upon the
individuals educational preparation and experience in nursing.
Assists with evaluation of the nursing process on the unit, and
provides input regarding needed or desired changes. Supervises
daily functions of the nursing unit, from LPN and CNA supervision
to delivery of resident care. Gives/receives nursing report upon
reporting in and ending shift duty hours. Communicates immediately
to supervisor/nursing administration on call any problem requiring
immediate attention. Administers personal hygienic, preventative,
therapeutic and rehabilitative services to residents and assists in
the coordination of nursing care with care rendered by other
disciplines. Admits new residents by assessing their needs and
reviewing physician orders. Orders prescribed medications, supplies
and equipment as necessary, in accordance with established
policies. Requisitions and arranges for diagnostic and therapeutic
services as ordered by residents physician. Assembles residents
chart, attaching required forms. Administers medications, performs
procedures and treatments and provides resident care. Maintains
documentation, which accurately and completely records data
pertaining to residents care, condition and treatment. Participates
as a member in the interdisciplinary resident care conferences in
developing a total plan of care, and in communicating that plan to
nursing staff caring for the resident. Coordinates with Social
Services and assists in scheduling appointments and arrangements
for transportation of residents to other departments or facilities
and clinics for diagnostic, therapeutic, dental or medical
services. Confers with the Director of Nursing, as necessary, to
provide input regarding resident care needs, staffing requirements,
and nursing supply needs for the units. Makes rounds with
physicians, assists in examination and/or treatment of residents
and carry out orders. Discharges or transfers residents and
completes necessary forms per facility policy, re: giving discharge
instructions to the resident or responsible party; completing
discharge nurses summary; and following return policy procedure for
meds to pharmacy. Notifies, when necessary, the attending physician
and residents responsible party in the event of a change in the
residents condition. Maintains a professional attitude at all times
on the unit and a professional approach towards nursing care and
personnel. Attends and participates in in-service classes and
on-the-job programs as scheduled and directed. Assures that
established infection control and universal precautions are
maintained when performing duties. Administers intravenous
medications per policy. Obtains blood specimens from central lines.
Performs other duties as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works in
well-lighted/ventilated areas, as well as throughout the facility.
Subject to frequent interruptions. Subject to emotionally upset
residents, family members, etc. May be subject to falls, burns, and
odors throughout the workday. May be exposed to infectious waste,
diseases, conditions etc including exposure to the COVID-19, AIDS
and Hepatitis B viruses. Involved with residents, staff and
visitors under all conditions and circumstances. PHYSICAL
EFFORT/REQUIREMENTS: Physical Category: Medium to heavy Physical
Demands: Standing: Frequently Sitting: Rarely Walking: Frequently
Lifting: Occasionally, may exceed 100 pounds Carrying:
Occasionally, may exceed 50 pounds Push/Pull: Occasionally, may
exceed 100 pounds Bend/Squat: Occasionally Twist Rotate:
Occasionally Manual Dexterity: Frequently Kneel: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently Environment: Inside 99%. May be exposed to
hazards, i.e. fumes, dust, gases, odors, radiation, blood, body
fluids. REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES: Must
be currently licensed by the State of Florida as a Registered
Nurse. Must have a current CPR card. Ability to read, write and
speak the English language in an understandable manner and to be
able to carefully follow written and oral instructions. Ability to
sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently throughout the
workday. Maintain good general health and demonstrate emotional
stability. Ability to manage and cope with the mental and emotional
stress of the position accordingly. Work closely with ill,
disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people. Assume the
responsibility for maintaining professional competence through
participation in programs, seminars, and/or training. Willing to
work beyond the normal working hours, on weekends, and in other
positions temporarily, when necessary. Ability to handle department
equipment according to standard procedures. Ability to work
effectively with residents, staff, and visitors with flexibility,
personal integrity, sensitivity, and discretion at all times.
Reports all accidents and incidents to supervisor no matter how
minor they may be. Attends and participates in in-service classes,
on-the-job programs, etc. as scheduled and directed. Honor the
Residents Rights polices at all times. Maintains and protect the
privacy and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI)
per the companys HIPAA medical privacy policy. Be expected (and
required) to perform any task in a safe, sanitary and efficient
manner in accordance with established procedures. Follows facility
safety program. Assumes accountability for data contained in the
Employee Handbook. Any exposure to blood or body fluids that
contain visible blood must be reported to supervisor on the shift
in which the incident occurs. Be familiar with universal
precautions (i.e. frequent hand washing, using gloves, etc.).
Understand that this position contains Category I tasks that may
involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Ability to
understand and use universal precautions and appropriate protective
measures, which are readily available to every employee, engaged in
Category I tasks. Ability to perform all functions of the job
classification without posing a direct threat to the health or
safety of other individuals in the workplace. This list of
functions, duties, responsibilities, and skills is not intended to
be all-inclusive and the employer reserves the right to assign
additional duties and responsibilities as necessary. This position
requires a screening through The Florida Care Provider Background
Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ PM20
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