SALARY: :$29.45/Hr. (NEGOTIABLE)
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.):
Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will supervise nursing staff and ensure the highest quality of nursing care is provided to all Anna John Resident Centered Care Community residents. Ensures Nursing Department operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Participate in planning, directing and supervising care plans and Minimum Data Set for each resident; assess resident needs; design and maintain a care plan in cooperation with physician’s orders, nursing personnel, and interdisciplinary team; communicates frequently with resident’s family.
2. Assume charge nurse role as needed or assigned.
3. Provide direct nursing care to residents; recognize and interpret symptoms; assist with therapeutic and diagnostic measures; administer medication and treatment as per physician’s orders; assure special and emergency needs are met; maintains complete and accurate medical records. Report any changes of condition promptly to physician.
4. Assign duties to nursing staff as appropriate based on training and experience.
5. Promote resident education by assisting in resident orientation on effective and active therapy and rehabilitation and teaching good health habits.
6. Maintain and monitor nursing equipment, supplies and inventory.
7. Assist in maintaining an environment conducive to the physical, spiritual and emotional well being of residents and personnel.
8. Implement and participate in staff development and training programs.
9. Contributes to the team effort.
10. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations
11. Perform basic nursing care such as but not limited to bathing, personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, transferring and feeding residents.
12. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
13. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently stand and walk; use hands to handle, reach and pull with hands and arms. Occasionally stand; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to One hundred (100) pounds with assistance.
2. Work is generally performed in a nursing home setting with a moderate noise level where employee may be exposed to unpleasant odors, hazardous material and infectious disease. Situations where safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, gloves or protective face shields are needed may occur. Work environment may include exposure to life and death situations where employee must be on call twenty-four (24) hours. Must have a phone and ability to be contacted promptly in case of low staffing or an emergency. May be required to stay in the case of call in, severe weather, etc., until appropriate replacement arrives.
3. Evening and/or weekend work and extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
4. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
2. Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies and procedures.
3. Knowledge of geriatric nursing.
4. Knowledge of emergency medical procedures.
5. Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
6. Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
7. Ability to use computer, fax machine and copier.
8. Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making.
9. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
10. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
11. Ability to operate various types of medical equipment including oxygen, wound vacuums, tube feeding pumps, suction machines, ambu bags and patient lifts.
12. Ability to be compassionate and caring.
13. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
14. Ability to observe, assess, and record systems, reactions and progress.
15. Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
16. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
17. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
18. Must be willing to obtain CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certified within ninety (90) days of employment. Must maintain CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certification during employment.
19. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
20. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training is required prior to starting this position and annually thereafter.
21. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
22. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during employment.
23. Employees are required to have proof of immunity or dates of two (2) doses of MMR and proof of immunity or dates of two (2) doses of Varicella prior to starting in any position within the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. Any refusal of vaccination(s) or failure to provide proof of immunity may disqualify the applicant.
24. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation's Gaming Division.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. One (1) year of work experience as a professional nurse in a clinic, hospital or nursing home.
2. Previous supervisory experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. Associate Degree in Nursing.
2. One (1) year of work experience as a professional nurse.
3. Must be currently licensed in the State of Wisconsin as a Registered Nurse.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
2. Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.
3. Three (3) current letters of references
4. Background information disclosure (BID) form.