Assisted Living Nurse, Full Time - Glacial Trails Memory Care & Holly Ridge Manor

Location: 605 Main Street, Starbuck, MN, 56381, United States Base Pay: $26.00 - $29.00 / Hour Job Category: AL - Nurse, LPN, Assisted Living Nurse Employee Type: Full Time Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Title Assisted Living Nurse Reports To Clinical Nurse Supervisor Job Summary The role of the nurse is to ensure that the health and safety of all residents are met through facilities clinical staff. The nurse will maintain facility compliance with current regulations and standards under the direction of clinical nurse supervisor. Must be able to relate professionally with residents, staff and family members, display a positive work attitude and be able to work as a team with other staff members. Must be engaged in direct resident care. Qualifications Registered and licensed with the State of Minnesota as an LPN and maintain licensure. Valid driver’s license. Knowledge of long‑term care services, rules and regulations to 144G Assisted Living Licensure. Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic health records appropriately. Excellent judgment, decision‑making ability and problem‑solving skills. Ability to read, write and speak English. Complete and pass a state‑required background study form which checks for certain criminal convictions or serious/recurring maltreatment. General Responsibilities Under the direction of the CNS, assure residents have up‑to‑date care plans and service plans. Monitors and maintains resident charts and clinical progress notes. Communicates to physicians, other personnel (county caseworkers), and designated representatives changes in resident’s needs or conditions. Facilitates coordination of resident services with other service providers within the current service limitations as described in the UDALSA. Ensures and participates in all aspects of medication management services for applicable residents. Ensures all physicians’ orders are signed and implemented timely. Completes assessments per regulations and within scope of practice. Assist with admissions as directed by CNS and/or Housing Manager. Under the direction of the CNS assure that delegated nursing tasks are followed properly and discuss any needed corrections, errors, etc., with staff. Works as a team player with all members of the resident’s care team. Ensures safe practices of medical equipment being used in the building. Ensures that staff clearly understand and follow all resident care procedures. Shares resident and family concerns with pertinent staff if appropriate. Assists in the development of policies and procedures and implementation of them. Attends routine staff meetings and trainings. Is flexible and willing to expand and adapt to changes in the industry. Promotes a positive, team approach and a healthy work environment. Ability to deal tactfully and use good communication and customer service skills with staff, residents, families, and professional encounters. Is available for on‑call medical questions and/or emergencies via phone. Occasional need to assist in house when on call. Ensures compliance with current regulations and rules. Obtain required training upon hire and annually thereafter to meet regulatory requirements. Must obtain 8 hours of Dementia Training within 80 hours of start of employment. ALDC Licensed facilities only Must obtain 8 hours of Dementia Training within 120 hours of start of employment. AL Licensed Facilities only Obtain required Dementia Training annually thereafter. Understand and adhere to the Vulnerable Adult and abuse policy, Bill of Rights and HIPAA. Apply principles of good body mechanics when lifting and moving objects. Use transfer techniques consistent with proper body mechanics. Maintain awareness and adhere to use of safety devices according to the care plan and suggest their use when appropriate. Practice fire safety and accident prevention procedures, including participating in emergency drills when on duty. Works with staff to assure emergency procedures are in place, practiced and followed through in the event of an emergency. Follow all policies and procedures governing the operation of Minnewaska Community Health Services. Other duties as assigned by Housing Manager and Clinical Nursing Supervisor. Equal Employment Opportunity In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Minnewaska Community Health Services policy forbids employees and associates from discriminating against anyone based on race, religion, color, creed, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Minnewaska Community Health Services is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career advancement. Minnewaska Community Health Services also provides reasonable accommodations to disabled employees and applicants as required by law. Benefits Full Time - includes on call per rotation schedule. MCHS pays 100% of employee health insurance premiums. Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistant Program Vacation and Sick Time Recognized Holidays Shift differentials Retirement with employer match Additional Information Shift Time: 8a-4:30p (4 days a week) Facility: Glacial Trails Memory Care & Holly Ridge Manor #J-18808-Ljbffr Minnewaska Community Health Services