Staff Registered Nurse

Job Summary This position will ensure that the health and safety of all clients are met. The RN will assist the Director of Nursing with planning, coordinating, and managing the home care service and act within the Comprehensive Home Care regulations. The RN is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and monitoring of home care service delivery under the direction of the Director of Health Services. Qualifications Must be licensed with the State of Minnesota as an RN, and must maintain current and unencumbered licensure. Must have a valid driver's license, if driving is required. Other Specialized Knowledge and Abilities This position required the incumbent to have: Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly. Possess the skills to communicate effectively with those you supervise, clients, family members, and the Director of Nursing. Possess leadership / supervisory skills. Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently. Able to work irregular hours, occasional weekends, and evenings. Essential Job Functions and Tasks Work within Home Care program guidelines 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. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current trends of Home Care. Works to maintain privacy and confidentiality of client, client’s records and client living environments. Is willing to carry a cell phone and be available for staffing and notifications. Communicates and documents client data to staff as needed. Assures clients maintain residency requirements, monitors and recommend alternative placement if necessary. Reviews client service agreements with RN, as needed. Monitors and maintains client charts and nursing notes. Communicates to physicians any changes in client’s needs or conditions, as needed. Monitors and follows thru with ordering medications and all medication renewals as well as any necessary follow-up with physicians regarding medications. Fills weekly pillboxes for medication administration by unlicensed staff and checks new medications from the pharmacy. Communicates in staff communication book any information that staff needs to be aware of. Assists with compliance in meeting regulations and is available for state licensure surveys. #J-18808-Ljbffr