RN Oversight (PRN)

Position Purpose

The Registered Nurse Oversight role works closely with the Resident Care Director to ensure compliance with state policies and ensuring resident safety and dignity.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents

Assists RCD with developing, implementing and reviewing resident service plans as needed to comply with doctor orders, state requirements and community policies

Adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) privacy policies and procedures

Ensure that required documentation is complete and follows regulations and standards

Assist communities with performing or supervising the performance of individual nursing services as needed

Provide direction and monitoring of unlicensed care staff and others as needed

Coordinate Wellness Services procedures to admit new residents as needed

Assist with training/orientation of staff concerning Wellness Services functions and procedures as directed; provide staff in-services as required

Able to evaluate the resident's condition for changes or symptoms through observation and in non-traditional ways

Assess prospective residents to determine care needs and appropriateness for residency

Identify at-risk residents and help create a risk management plan if needed

Communicate with residents, families, staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers regarding resident health issues and service plans as needed

Assist with the facilitation of alternative placement or supplemental care when appropriate

Oversee medication setup and delivery system as needed

Respond to resident emergency calls as needed, review and document emergency call responses

Provide safe, secure storage of all medications, supplies, equipment, etc.

Complete necessary care documentation (written and or electronic) timely and accurately

Assure accurate documentation reflecting care provided to residents promptly

Delegate nursing tasks when appropriate

Issue nursing or clinical orders, based on the needs of the residents when needed

Ensure unlicensed staff is up to date with all certification requirements

Maintain confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees

Supervise the Resident's medication program under the direction of the Director of Resident Care

Help residents with medications and/or treatments as indicated in the medication book and as assigned and allowed by regulation

Help resident with all personal care functions as needed

Respond to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner as per training

Demonstrate knowledge of and follows infection control procedures

Help with meal services as requested, including setting up tables, serving meals, and cleaning up the dining room

Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed

Help resident at mealtimes and monitors resident's eating habits

Help resident to and from daily activities

Measure and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, etc., and report any changes in condition

Communicates with residents and families regarding care

Attend all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required

Monitors for changes in resident needs, preferences, and/or health status and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures

Report any abuse, suspected abuse, or alleged abuse to the appropriate supervisor and/or agencies

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Education, Experience, & Physical Requirements

RN required with and active incumbent nursing license in the the state of Nebraska

Demonstrate the ability to make appropriate professional judgments

Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress Ability to handle multiple tasks

Must have a desire to work with the seniors in an environment that upholds their privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality

Must meet in-service training requirements

Must be able to work well with others and function effectively as part of a team

Must have a clean criminal record, as determined by a criminal record clearance

Knowledge of medication, dosage, terminology, side effects, and health factors

This position requires spending a majority of the workday standing and walking, with occasional sitting

At least three years of experience in an assisted living community preferred

Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications

Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift up to 50lbs as needed

Able to work a flexible schedule, which includes, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Salary : $35 - $45