Registered Nurse

JOB REQUIREMENTS Join our team and make a difference in the lives of the residents at the Sauk County Health Care Center! Whether you’re looking for a new chapter, a change of pace, or a helping hand, Sauk County Health Care Center is where you can build a more rewarding career. We are looking for someone who has the desire to provide care for the elderly and be a part of the Health Care Center Team. The purpose of the Staff Nurse is to perform registered nursing services or licensed practical nursing services at the Sauk County Health Care Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Promote or restore resident’s health by completing the nursing process and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members. Provide physical and psychological support to residents and their families. Promote residents’ independence by establishing a resident-centered model approach to all aspects of nursing care. Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards of practice; measuring health outcomes against residents’ goals and standards; following nursing home’s philosophy and standards of care set by the state board of nursing, state nurse practice act and any other governing agency. Administer prescribed treatments and medications to residents by all approved routes while monitoring for residents’ physical and mental response to medications and treatments. Assist with admission of new residents by determining residents’ special nursing needs and assigning tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) as appropriate. Provide assistance and guidance to nursing assistants on procedures, treatments, and equipment. Evaluate CNAs work performance and complete performance evaluations; recommend subordinates’ discipline/discharge. Accompany physicians on medical rounds and update physicians regarding resident’s medical conditions. Document resident information into the Electronic Charting System (ECS) to provide continuity of care and also enter information into the Minimum Data Set (MDS) system as needed and/or requested. Assist in developing resident care plans and assure adherence by the interdisciplinary team daily. Record weekly and/or monthly resident progress or changes in condition to maintain residents’ clinical record. Monitor and record vital signs; record resident procedures, treatments and medications as required by state and federal regulations. Assist residents with transfers, repositioning, and other ADLs, and respond to call lights on the unit in a timely manner. Prepare accident/incident reports for residents and staff. Participate in in-service training to maintain knowledge of current facility, state and federal regulations and requirements; assure policy and procedure adherence by staff of facility. Transcribe physician orders; order and stock pharmaceutical supplies and medication; account for narcotics and resident money and valuables. Other duties as assigned. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Nursing experience with the geriatric population. At least 2 years of nursing experience. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Apply Online: #J-18808-Ljbffr