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Registered NurseChristian Community Homes and Services • Hudson, WI, United States
Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Christian Community Homes and Services • Hudson, WI, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Qualifications :

  • Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program for registered nurses
  • Must possess a current license as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Wisconsin
  • Experience or training in geriatric or long-term care nursing is preferred
  • Must be currently trained in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (CPR and AED)
  • Good communication and management skills
  • Must have an acceptable criminal background check

Reports To :

The RN is directly responsible to the Director of Nursing. The RN is responsible for supervising the nursing assistants and LPN's.

Essential Job Functions :

Functions as a team leader on assigned units guiding and directing the delivery of nursing care by non-professionals and LPNs. Adheres to the Board of Nursing Standards of Practice for RNs. Performs all job functions in accordance with State and Federal Regulations.

Specific Job Duties :

Assesses resident needs :

  • Collects data and records observations / cares given according to the established protocol.
  • Reports changes in resident physical / mental conditions to the Nurse Managers and physicians, updates families and documents such.
  • Consults with Nurse Manager and / or physicians regarding resident needs.
  • Assists LPN with resident concerns and assessments and documents these assessments as indicated.
  • Accompanies physicians on their rounds when needed, providing updates on resident conditions.

    • Assists in the planning and evaluation of nursing care :

  • Assists with the development and revision of nursing care plans.
  • Responsible for the accurate transcription of physician orders.
  • Participates in various nursing and department planning committees as appropriate.
  • Participates in Quality Assurance audits and peer reviews as indicated.

    • Implements basic nursing care based on individual care plans :

  • Guides, directs, and supervises nursing care given by nursing assistants and practical nurses.
  • Functions as a team leader on assigned wing.
  • Administers unit dose medication and treatments per physician orders.
  • Reviews resident behaviors and participates in behavior intervention management as necessary.
  • Assists residents in social adjustments encouraging independence when possible.
  • Encourages and assists residents in maintaining family, community, and peer relationships.
  • Assists with admissions and discharges as appropriate.
  • Uses proper body mechanics in completing transfers and lifting as required.
  • Maintains records in accordance with facility policies and State / Federal regulations.
  • Delegates tasks as appropriate, follows through making sure tasks are completed. Documents as indicated.

    • Assists in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment :

  • Monitors for fire / safety hazards and assists with investigative processes and corrective actions.
  • Participates in fire and disaster drills.
  • Assures standard precautions and infection control practices are consistently used.
  • Ensures the Nursing team maintains privacy and resident rights at all times.
  • Reports any allegations of suspected verbal or physical abuse, neglect, and / or misappropriation to supervisor immediately.
  • Conducts investigations pertaining to potential Vulnerable Adult violations and notifies the Common Entry Point in accordance with the Vulnerable Adult Act.
  • Maintains a cooperative working attitude with co-workers, supervisors and other departments.
  • Communicates all resident and / or staff issues that may directly impact the nursing department / facility to Director of Nursing / Designee.
  • Performs related duties as required by the supervisor in conformance with Christian Community Homes and Services Policies and Procedures.

    • Maintains job knowledge / education :

  • Participates in education programs to maintain competence and satisfactory job performance.
  • Attends scheduled training seminars, meetings, and inservices as appropriate.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current trends and new developments in nursing.
  • Participates as a member of facility committees as requested.
  • Read all new facility policies and procedures and demonstrates knowledge of the same.

    • Physical Requirements

    Must be able to :

  • Stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Manually lift 30-50 pounds

    • Compensation : $36.00-$47.00 per hour, depending on experience.

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