Nurse manager Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Grace Lutheran Communities is looking to add an RN Nurse Manager to our leadership team!

BENEFITS : (dependent on your work status)

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

PayActiv - On demand access to earned wages

Retirement match (up to 4%)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Complete initial and ongoing assessments

Handle admission of residents

Medication Monitoring (including self-medicators and psychotropic medications) and health monitoring / screening

Monitor monthly vital sheets and make recommendations to tenants regarding overall health

Monitor diabetic blood sugars and make recommendations to tenants / physicians

Diabetic cares as needed, i.e. fingernail and toenail care

Checking lab test report sheets from Clinic, follow through with medication changes as needed

Complete and review progress notes

Develop and update individual service care plans

Arrange doctor appointments and setting up transportation

Complete all nursing procedures

Audit Charts

Schedule and supervise all staff in absence of director

Hire and train staff related to treatments needed by residents and medication pass

Monitor TB tests for residents and staff

Be prepared to work the floor if needed

Use the appropriate lift per residents' care plans

Communicate to Director what follow-up will be needed over the week

Perform additional duties as assigned

On Call responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Lift / carry up to 25 pounds occasionally

Push / pull medication carts up to 300 pounds occasionally

Twist, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach, walk, and sit frequently

Able to communicate orally and / or in writing with residents, co-workers, families, and the public

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Valid Wisconsin Registered Nurse license

Three to five years nursing experience with a minimum of 2 years in long term care

Must possess leadership qualities and excellent communication skills

Supervisory experience preferred

BSN preferred

Follow / adhere to organization, federal / state regulations and guidelines, including resident / client rights, standard precautions, fire safety, and first aid