DescriptionQUALIFICATIONS:- Must be registered and licensed with the State of Minnesota as a RN and must maintain a current and unrestricted licensure.
- Must have a valid driver's license, if needed to drive.
- At least 3 years' experience in related field.
- Must be able to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools, controls; reach with hands and arms, talk; and hear
- Must be able to lift 20lbs.
- Must be able to pass a criminal and/or abuse background check, and drug screening
OTHER SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:This position required the incumbent to have:
- Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly.
- Possess skills to communicate effectively with those you supervise, colleagues, residents, family members and LALD/Operations Manager.
- Possess leadership / supervisory skills.
- Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
- Able to work irregular hours, occasional weekends, and evenings.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.), electronic health record systems, and database systems.
- Exceptional human relations skills.
- Ability and willingness to work with people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or disease state.
- Ability to maintain a friendly attitude with patients and staff, especially under pressure.
- Able to manage multiple priorities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND TASKS:Job Function: Manage Home Care program including completing essential paperwork and complying with state regulations.Tasks:- Works to assure facility is in compliance with federal state and local standards and regulations. Is available for license surveys.
- Works with the LALD/Operations Manager to keep forms updated including policies, procedures, Bill of Rights, and related home care forms and manuals
- Meets with Case Workers regularly, as needed.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of current trends of Home Care.
- Is responsible for investigating and reporting incidents of suspected resident neglect and/or abuse and reporting these findings to the LALD/Operations Manager, supervisor as needed, and/or appropriate county officials.
- Works to maintain privacy and confidentiality of resident, resident's records and resident' living environment.
- Is willing to carry a cell phone and be 'on call' for emergencies, resident change of condition, and when ULP perform delegated nursing tasks.
- Prepare, record, submit and maintain accurate and timely correspondence and paperwork regarding resident data and billing information as needed.
- Communicates and documents resident data to staff as needed.
- Completes initial assessment of potential residents to assure that their needs will be met.
- Follows the Comprehensive Home Care regulations for providing timely and through nursing assessments for all residents.
- Assures residents maintain residency requirements, reassess, and recommend alternative placement if necessary.
- Implements service agreements with all new residents. Reviews and revises service plan as needed
- Assures residents have up to date care plans. Reviews and revises care plans as needed.
- Monitors and maintains resident charts and nursing notes.
- Communicates any changes in resident's needs or conditions to physicians, resident representative, and county case workers.
- Monitors and follows thru with ordering medications and all medication renewals as well as any necessary follow-up with physicians regarding medications and/or medical conditions.
- Assures all physicians orders are signed and implemented with-in 24 hours.
- Checks new medications from the pharmacy medication administration by unlicensed staff.
- Reviews each resident's Medication Administration Record at least monthly and assures accuracy and appropriate signatures.
- Communicates in staff communication book any information that staff needs to be aware of.
- Documents disposal of medication per procedure.
- Assures compliance with regulations and is available for federal and state licensure surveys.
- Assists in the development of policies and procedures and implementation of them.
- Responsible for management of Tuberculosis / Infection Control Program.
Job Function: Supervision of other nursing and Unlicensed Personnel. Tasks:- Supervises, orientates and competency tests unlicensed staff to home care and to each resident's individual needs.
- Gives input and/or helps perform annual evaluations for nursing and unlicensed personnel staff.
- Supervises, disciplines, and terminates clinical and/or unlicensed personnel as applicable.
- Coordinates staff education to include at least 8 hours of in-services per year.
- Meets with staff as needed.
- Provides health and medication training to all new employees as well as continued education for all staff and documents such training to assure compliance with state, federal and local regulations.
- Assures that staff clearly understands and follow all Home Care procedures.
- Monitors staff for compliance of monthly resident treatments as scheduled.
- Supervises medication practices and medical equipment being used by home care residents.
- Assures that medication administration procedures are followed properly and discusses any needed corrections, errors, etc., with staff.
Job Function: Provide support and address needs for programs and services.Tasks:- Maintain resident files and appropriate documents as required.
- Assess residents on an ongoing basis to assure their needs can be met.
- Assures residents continue to live safely in their unit, reassess and recommend alternative placement if necessary.
- Communicates the services to be provided for each resident to staff responsible for delivering the services and assures follow through.
- Inform personnel of changes in resident's needs and conditions.
- Maintains communication with residents, their families and staff.
- Facilitates coordination of resident services with other service providers as needed.
- Is available for on-call medical questions and/or emergencies via phone.
Job Function: Participate and function effectively as a team member.Tasks:- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with staff, and other Lodges' staff including providing backup to other staff as needed.
- Articulate information regarding residents to the team.
- Provide proactive, constructive participation in staff meetings, committees, etc.
- Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
- Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
- Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
- Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills and other emergency situations.
- Reports injuries for self, staff, residents, or visitors immediately to LALD/Operations Manager.
- Keep the LALD/Operations Manager informed and involved and advised of needs and problems.
Job Function: Other duties as assigned.- Support the mission and values of The Lodges Company.
