What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Nurse - Long-Term Care (LTC) Units position at Norwood Health Center?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHO WE ARE: Wood County Norwood Health Center has a
great passion for helping the members of our community. As an employer,
we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing
opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and
improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are
encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality services is a
shared goal across all departments. If you have a background in nursing
and a passion to help the members of our community, please consider
joining our team! WHAT WE OFFER: In addition to who we are, Wood County
team members are offered competitive salaries, flexible schedules, and
excellent benefits, including: \*Health Insurance - we offer low
premiums and low deductibles, with excellent coverage! \*Dental
Insurance \*Vision Insurance \*Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - This
is one of the best-funded public pension plans in the U.S.! \*457
deferred compensation plan \*Vacation and Sick Time - Start accruing for
both on your first day! \*10 Paid Holidays \*Flexible Spending Account
to set aside pre-tax dollars for childcare and medical expenses \*Life
Insurance \*Short and Long-Term Disability \*Wellness Incentive Plan
\*Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program Purpose of Position The
Head Nurse of the Long-Term Care (LTC) units will serve as the nurse
manager to ensure quality resident care that complies with nursing
standards and state and federal nursing home regulations. Works with the
Director of Nursing (DON) to supervise, train, and educate nursing
staff; acts as a role model for the facility standards of care; has an
excellent understanding of state and federal regulations; maintains
strict compliance with facility policies and procedures and assures
staff compliance; identifies issues and works with the DON to rectify
Them. Essential Duties And Responsibilities The Following Duties Are
normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or
All-inclusive. Other Duties May Be Required And Assigned. 1.Supervises
assigned nursing staff. 2.Writes and administers performance evaluations
for nursing staff that are assigned to him/her. 3.Provides disciplinary
action to staff as needed, in collaboration with the DON. 4.Identifies
problems and collaborates with the Director of Nursing and the
interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop solutions. 5.Works closely with
the social work team on resident care issues, including admission
screening, admissions, discharge planning, and psychosocial issues.
excellent understanding of infection control practices and monitors
staff for compliance. Serves as the designated infection control officer
which includes monitoring and tracking infections and being the liaison
to the physicians in regard to resident infections. Maintains an active
line list of infections on the LTC units and monitors infection control
compliance with the staff. Is the steward for infection control
compliance in accordance to McGeer\'s standard. 9.Provides oversight and
monitors wounds and other medical issues of the residents on the units
along with the nurses. 10.Participate in quality assurance monitoring
and auditing and participate in monthly and quarterly QAPI meetings.
Participates in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement projects, both
internally and as required by CMS. 11.Schedules and conducts monthly
rounding with psychiatrist. 12.Participates in the Federal and State
survey process, including participating in survey preparation meetings
and actions. Ensures facility practices and nursing staff are compliant
with state and federal regulations and facility policies.
relative observations are completed by the nursing staff for the
completion of the MDS, and monitors for events that may need capturing
in the MDS period such as a change of condition. Works in collaboration
with the MDS coordinator. 15.Will be required to work in the floor nurse
role periodically. 16.Writes, monitors, and updates nursing care plans.
Preventionist. 18.Monitors staffing levels to stay in line with budgeted
operations and resident needs in collaboration with the DON. 19.Monitors
quality of resident care and works with the medical staff and MA to
ensure this occurs. 20.Investigates resident and staff complaints with
the DON. 21.Investigates accidents, incidents, and injuries. Compiles
and writes investigative summary reports. 22.Maintains on-call ability
for issues regarding nursing care in conjunction with DON. On call for
LTC would be 24/7 unless on vacation time or off ill. Hours would flex
if calls were extensive. 23.Works with the pharmacy and consultant
pharmacist in regard to resident medication regimen reviews (MRR),
audits, medication prior authorizations, and other issues regarding
resident medications including cost management. 24.Reviews, revises, and
provide input on policies upon request by DON or administrator.
the Department in all interactions with employees, patients/residents
and the public. 27.Responsible to know and practice the Safety policies
of the County. Perform all job tasks in a safe and prescribed manner.
of Conduct. 29.In the absence of the Director of Nursing, would take on
Other Administrative Duties As Assigned Until Him/her Return. Additional
Tasks and Responsibilities While the following tasks are necessary for
the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of
this position and may also be performed by other unit members.
guardians and family members regarding patient status when needed in
collaboration with the nursing staff. 4.Orders supplies, materials,
medications, etc. 5.Instruct staff and conduct in-services. 6.Oversee
new staff orientation. 7.Any other duties as may be assigned. \*\*\*\*\*
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Additional training to include BLS,
non-violent crisis intervention training, and supervisory and leadership
training to be completed upon hire or within three months as applicable.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://careers.woodcountywi.gov/
great passion for helping the members of our community. As an employer,
we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing
opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and
improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are
encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality services is a
shared goal across all departments. If you have a background in nursing
and a passion to help the members of our community, please consider
joining our team! WHAT WE OFFER: In addition to who we are, Wood County
team members are offered competitive salaries, flexible schedules, and
excellent benefits, including: \*Health Insurance - we offer low
premiums and low deductibles, with excellent coverage! \*Dental
Insurance \*Vision Insurance \*Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - This
is one of the best-funded public pension plans in the U.S.! \*457
deferred compensation plan \*Vacation and Sick Time - Start accruing for
both on your first day! \*10 Paid Holidays \*Flexible Spending Account
to set aside pre-tax dollars for childcare and medical expenses \*Life
Insurance \*Short and Long-Term Disability \*Wellness Incentive Plan
\*Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program Purpose of Position The
Head Nurse of the Long-Term Care (LTC) units will serve as the nurse
manager to ensure quality resident care that complies with nursing
standards and state and federal nursing home regulations. Works with the
Director of Nursing (DON) to supervise, train, and educate nursing
staff; acts as a role model for the facility standards of care; has an
excellent understanding of state and federal regulations; maintains
strict compliance with facility policies and procedures and assures
staff compliance; identifies issues and works with the DON to rectify
Them. Essential Duties And Responsibilities The Following Duties Are
normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or
All-inclusive. Other Duties May Be Required And Assigned. 1.Supervises
assigned nursing staff. 2.Writes and administers performance evaluations
for nursing staff that are assigned to him/her. 3.Provides disciplinary
action to staff as needed, in collaboration with the DON. 4.Identifies
problems and collaborates with the Director of Nursing and the
interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop solutions. 5.Works closely with
the social work team on resident care issues, including admission
screening, admissions, discharge planning, and psychosocial issues.
- Attend care conferences as scheduled with residents and the treatment
excellent understanding of infection control practices and monitors
staff for compliance. Serves as the designated infection control officer
which includes monitoring and tracking infections and being the liaison
to the physicians in regard to resident infections. Maintains an active
line list of infections on the LTC units and monitors infection control
compliance with the staff. Is the steward for infection control
compliance in accordance to McGeer\'s standard. 9.Provides oversight and
monitors wounds and other medical issues of the residents on the units
along with the nurses. 10.Participate in quality assurance monitoring
and auditing and participate in monthly and quarterly QAPI meetings.
Participates in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement projects, both
internally and as required by CMS. 11.Schedules and conducts monthly
rounding with psychiatrist. 12.Participates in the Federal and State
survey process, including participating in survey preparation meetings
and actions. Ensures facility practices and nursing staff are compliant
with state and federal regulations and facility policies.
- Collaborates with the DON and other supervisory staff in the nursing
relative observations are completed by the nursing staff for the
completion of the MDS, and monitors for events that may need capturing
in the MDS period such as a change of condition. Works in collaboration
with the MDS coordinator. 15.Will be required to work in the floor nurse
role periodically. 16.Writes, monitors, and updates nursing care plans.
- Oversee the immunization program on the long-term care units for
Preventionist. 18.Monitors staffing levels to stay in line with budgeted
operations and resident needs in collaboration with the DON. 19.Monitors
quality of resident care and works with the medical staff and MA to
ensure this occurs. 20.Investigates resident and staff complaints with
the DON. 21.Investigates accidents, incidents, and injuries. Compiles
and writes investigative summary reports. 22.Maintains on-call ability
for issues regarding nursing care in conjunction with DON. On call for
LTC would be 24/7 unless on vacation time or off ill. Hours would flex
if calls were extensive. 23.Works with the pharmacy and consultant
pharmacist in regard to resident medication regimen reviews (MRR),
audits, medication prior authorizations, and other issues regarding
resident medications including cost management. 24.Reviews, revises, and
provide input on policies upon request by DON or administrator.
- Maintains and applies current skills and knowledge through continuing
the Department in all interactions with employees, patients/residents
and the public. 27.Responsible to know and practice the Safety policies
of the County. Perform all job tasks in a safe and prescribed manner.
- Must be familiar with and exemplify the Wood County Core Values and
of Conduct. 29.In the absence of the Director of Nursing, would take on
Other Administrative Duties As Assigned Until Him/her Return. Additional
Tasks and Responsibilities While the following tasks are necessary for
the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of
this position and may also be performed by other unit members.
- Provides Unit coverage in absence of other personnel. 2.Inspects Unit
guardians and family members regarding patient status when needed in
collaboration with the nursing staff. 4.Orders supplies, materials,
medications, etc. 5.Instruct staff and conduct in-services. 6.Oversee
new staff orientation. 7.Any other duties as may be assigned. \*\*\*\*\*
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Additional training to include BLS,
non-violent crisis intervention training, and supervisory and leadership
training to be completed upon hire or within three months as applicable.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://careers.woodcountywi.gov/