Registered Nurse
- Ability to read and write in English
- Moderate mathematics skills required
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
- Auditory and visual skills
- Knowledge of legal policies and state regulations in the healthcare industry
- Valid driver's license with a clear three-year driving record Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform the physical duties required
- Must have adequate mobility that requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching (vertical and horizontal), using fingers, hands, feet, legs and torso in providing various care
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds regularly
- Occasionally must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including transferring of client
- Satisfactory completion of post-offer pre-employment physical exam and drug test as required
- Computer (must be proficient in the use of email and Microsoft Word and Excel)
- Office equipment - including printer, scanner, fax machine, copier, etc.
- Time Clock system
- Vehicles
- Mechanical lifts
- Adjustable chairs/beds, wheelchairs
- General household appliances
- Various other equipment and supplies
- Utilizes the nursing process to promote optimal health of individuals served.
- Develops and implements healthcare goals based on needs.
- Maintains electronic health records for assigned individuals.
- Prepares a 90-day nursing assessment of individuals in the Older Adult program.
- Communicates pertinent medical information to appropriate persons, including the program coordinator, families, and day program staff.
- Monitors the hygiene of individuals served and initiates corrective action as needed.
- Attend specialty medical appointments as needed.
- Provide health-related training to agency staff and members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Ensures completion of medical appointments.
- Completes pre- and post-appointment paperwork.
- Obtains and transcribes physician orders.
- Monitors medication distribution, storage, and disposal.
- Coordinates ordering of medical equipment and supplies.
- Completes all required assessments, medical histories, health risk screening tools, and monthly/routine nursing notes.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for own clinical judgment and actions.
- Takes an active role in identifying ethical issues that impact care and advocates resolution.
- Assists in identifying and obtaining appropriate medical care.
- Provides coverage for nurse colleagues as needed.
- Participates in the nursing on-call and clinic rotation.
- Educates and mentors new colleagues to job tasks.
- Performs tasks that are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job but which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances.
- Attends additional training required by the program/department.
- Maintains current training certifications as needed for programs.
- Participates on agency committees as assigned.
- Completion and clearance of a criminal background check and a child abuse clearance.
- Supports the Mission and values of Indian Creek Foundation and the program.
- Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere that allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all individuals served in a safe, secure environment.
- Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
- Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety plans, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair, and maintenance needs.
- Confidentiality of all data, including individuals served, employees, and operations data.
- Compliance with all regulatory requirements and agency policies as required by Human Resources, licensing, and funding agencies.
- Demonstrate knowledge and compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Professionally conducts oneself when representing Indian Creek Foundation.
- Functions as a member of the Team:
- Cooperates and works together with all co-workers, plans, and completes job duties with minimal direct supervision and appropriate judgment.
- Uses tactful and appropriate communication in all situations.
- Reports and follows up regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns with appropriate personnel.
- Promotes positive public relations with individuals served, family members, other team members, and the community.
- Completes requirements for training, acceptable attendance, and dress codes, including personal hygiene and other work duties as assigned.
- Complete all documentation to ensure compliance with all regulations and agency policies.
- Exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in performance of their duties. xrczosw
- Completes annual compliance HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Compliance in performance of duties.
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