Status:  The registered nurse reports to the Director of Nursing.

The registered nurse is responsible for supervising the nursing assistants

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program for RN/LPN
• Must possess a current license as a registered nurse (RN)or (LPN) in the state of Wisconsin
• Experience or training in geriatric or long-term care nursing is preferred
• Must be currently trained in Basic Life Support
• Must have an acceptable criminal background check

Essential Job Functions:

Functions as a team leader on assigned units guiding and directing the delivery of nursing care by non-professionals and licensed practical nurses. Adheres to the Board of Nursing Standards of Practice for registered nurses. Performs all job functions in accordance with State and Federal Regulations.

Specific Job Duties:

• Assesses resident needs:
Collects data and records observations/cares given according to the established protocol.
Reports changes in resident physical/mental conditions to the Nurse Managers and physicians.
Consults with Nurse Manager and/or physicians regarding resident needs.
Assists LPN with resident concerns and assessments. Documents these assessments as indicated.
• Assists in the planning of nursing care:
Assists with the development and revision of nursing care plans.
Participates in various nursing and department planning committees as appropriate.
• Implements basic nursing care based on individual care plans:
Guides, directs, and supervises nursing care given by nursing assistants and practical nurses.
Functions as a team leader on assigned wing.
Administers unit dose medication and treatments per physician orders.
Reviews resident behaviors and participates in behavior intervention management as necessary.
Assists residents in social adjustments encouraging independence when possible.
Works in cooperation with other departments.
Encourages and assists residents in maintaining family, community, and peer relationships.
Assists with admissions and discharges as appropriate.
Communicates effectively with others.
Uses proper body mechanics in completing transfers and lifting as required.
Maintains records in accordance with facility policies and State / Federal regulations.
Ensures the Nursing team maintains privacy and resident rights.
• Assists with evaluation of nursing care:
Participates in Quality Assurance studies and peer reviews as indicated.
• Assists in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment:
Monitors for fire/safety hazards and assists with investigative processes and corrective actions.
Participates in fire and disaster drills.
Demonstrates proper infection control procedures and practices.
Ensures resident rights are maintained at all times.
Reports any verbal or physical abuse to supervisor immediately.
Maintains a cooperative working attitude with co-workers and supervisors.
Works all assigned shifts as scheduled.
• Maintains job knowledge/education:
Participates in education programs to maintain competence and satisfactory job performance.
Attends scheduled training seminars, meetings, and in-services as appropriate.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current trends and new developments in nursing.
Participates as a member of facility committees as requested.
Read all new facility policies and procedures and demonstrates knowledge of the same.
• Performs related duties as required by the supervisor in conformance with Christian Community Homes and Services Policies and Procedures.