Nurse Delegator
Company: Ferry County Health
Location: Republic
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: $40.00 to $60.00 Hourly
DOE *This is a safety sensitive position and subject to RCW
49.44.240(3)(g) 3 hours per week JOB SUMMARY The Nurse Delegator is
accountable for the decision to delegate and for the adequacy of
nursing care provided to the Assisted Living Facility. The
delegating RN retains accountability for the patient outcomes
associated with nurse delegation, provided the person to whom the
task was delegated performed it as instructed. Delegation involves
at least two individuals: the delegator and delegate. ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Nurse will provide assignment of
performance of activities or tasks related to patient care to NACs
while retaining accountability of the outcome. Nurse will check
over monthly MARs. Nurse will perform quarterly assessments on
residents with delegated tasks. Nurse will yearly assessments on
all residents. Will perform yearly medication competency on
delegated staff. Will perform move-in assessments on residents
before more-in or at time of move-in. Will correspond with the
Administrator of the Assisted Living and staff about any issues or
concerns. Nurse will correspond with providers and pharmacy as
needed. Perform related duties as assigned by management.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Actively checks and responds to emails
throughout the day. Completes all mandatory education within given
timeframe. Maintains regulatory requirements. Reports to work on
time and as scheduled. Wears identification while on duty; uses
computerized punch time system correctly. Represents the
organization in a positive and professional manner in the
community. Attends annual review and department in-services as
scheduled. Attends at least 75% of staff meetings; reviews all
monthly staff meeting minutes. Actively participates in the
departments quality improvement (QI) activities. Complies with all
organizational policies regarding ethical business practices and
the employee handbook. Communicates the mission, vision and values
of the organization as well as the focus of the department. Meets
dress code standards for the department; appearance is neat and
clean. All Ferry County Health employees are required to maintain
confidentiality in accordance with organizational policy, state and
federal regulations, including not but limited to, the Health
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). JOB KNOWLEDGE
& QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
Active Registered Nurse degree or ARNP. Current DOH WA license.
Current BLS Certification. Knowledge of medical terminology. This
is a safety sensitive position and subject to RCW 49.44.240(3)(g)
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES Language Skills Ability to read, analyze,
and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write
reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to
effectively present information and respond to questions from
groups of managers, patients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such
as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts
such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to
practical solutions. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical
problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to
interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral,
diagram, or schedule form. PHYSICAL AND / OR MENTAL DEMANDS The
attached Work Environment & Physical Demands addendum indicates the
physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR The
Standards of Behavior were developed to reflect Ferry County
Healths commitment to excellent community healthcare. The employees
commitment to practice these Standards of Behavior will promote an
optimal environment of care and foster a positive work environment.
Every employee is responsible for and must follow the Standards of
Behavior. THE ORGANIZATION Ferry County Memorial Hospital (dba
Ferry County Health) was established in Republic, Washington in
1945 and moved to its present facility in June of 1974. Until 1989,
the Hospital was operated by the Ferry County Hospital Association,
a private group composed of members of the community. Ferry County
Health is dedicated to improving health and saving lives in our
community. Ferry Countys Mission Statement is: To strengthen the
health and well-being of our community through partnership and
trust. Ferry County Health provides equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws. This is not a union position.
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