Deliver new admission chart to the unit and initiate forms in preparation for admission
Manage physicians orders
Delivers any faxed printouts to the appropriate department
Completes daily transfer of the vital signs and weights from the daily assignment sheet to the resident's chart
Check the supply drawers at the nurses' station and re-stock as needed
Maintain an orderly and neat nurses' station
Screen all incoming phone calls for nursing and forward messages
Schedule appointments with physicians for residents and relay the information to nursing
Initiate any phone calls to the physician, family members, or personnel
Document information as directed by Nursing Administration
Notify the Food Service Department of any dietary changes
Manage incoming and outgoing residents and visitors on the unit
Manage resident room and arm band labelling
Manage medical records as needed
Arrange Dr. appointments
Ensure that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights
Other tasks and duties