What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse RN/LPN position at The Pointe at Pontiac?
Job Summary:
We are seeking an individual dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in a loving and safe environment for all of our residents, while helping each of them to achieve their maximum potential. We are committed to be a resource for the families of our residents who have entrusted us with their care. We will empower our staff by providing them with a motivating and supportive work environment.
Responsibilities:
- Knowledgeable of Illinois Supportive Living Program Regulations and compliance needs.
- Assist in ensuring nursing staff are providing care and services in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.
- Lead, mentor, engage teams to maximize their contributions including, recruiting, and assessing, training, coaching, and managing performance.
- Work alongside of nursing staff when scheduled or needed to perform nursing duties.
- Assist in the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the nursing department. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; performance management; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Assist with duties such as recruiting and training CNA/nursing staff in tandem with the Wellness Director.
- Assist with scheduling and assigning tasks in absence of the Wellness Director.
- Ensure resident annual assessments and plans associated with annual assessments are completed and in compliance with HFS supportive living regulations.
- Work with the Wellness Director in tandem to maintain communication with residents managed care organizations.
- Assist with coaching and embrace continued communication with nursing department.
- Assist with quality assurance measures in accordance with supportive living regulations, regarding incidents/accidents, falls, infection control measures, etc.
- Provide communication to in-house and outside physicians groups and outside providers to ensure up to date service planning for residents
- On-call responsibilities in absence of the Wellness Director.
- RAI/ISP/ISS – completion with co-signature of Registered Nurse.
- Assistance with Wellness Director for monthly quality assurance measures.
- Assisting with nursing department day to day needs.
Skills:
- Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
- Knowledge of Assisted Living/Supportive Living Regulations and compliance needs is a plus
- Two years’ experience as a licensed nurse.
- Self-directed, demonstrating initiative and follow-through
- Must be inspired to serve the needs of residents.
- Ability to multitask.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Must have the ability to read, write and follow written direction in the English language.
- Ability to timely and effectively follow up on all necessary requests from residents and families.
- Maintain and encourage a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a manner that fosters cooperation.
- Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel) with the ability to learn new applications.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and work well under pressure
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Assisted living facility
License/Certification:
- Nursing License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pontiac, IL 61764: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person