Rn/Lpn - Temporary Assignment Premium Wages - Up To $50/Hr
Company: SKLD Zeeland
Location: Lansing
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:Full timeThis is a temporary RN/LPN position with
Premium wages and the potential to continue on a contracted
basis.Position Summary:In keeping with our organization's goal of
improving the lives of the Residents we serve; the ChargeNurse
plays a critical role in providing superior customer service and
nursing services to all Residentson the assigned unit as well as in
the facility as a whole. The Charge Nurse assists the Director
ofNursing, Unit Managers, and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing
in the planning, development andoverall operation of the assigned
unit, which ensures Residents receive quality care 24 hours a
day.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
theessential functions.Assess Residents conditions to implement
intervention and develop Care Plans. Accurately record residents
observations in PCC and follow through on Care Plans. Assure
facility medical records policies and procedures are adhered
to.Make regular rounds of Residents independently and with a
physician; observe and evaluate residents' symptoms, progress, and
reactions to treatments and medications and implements
interventions as necessary.Provide preventative, supportive,
maintenance, and rehabilitative care directed to the physiologic
and psychosocial needs and well-being of Residents.Provide care to
Residents by performing a variety of treatments, including changing
dressing, cleansing and/or irrigating wounds and incisions,
performing Foley Catheter irrigations, IV therapy, and
administering tube feedings, chest tubes and peritoneal
dialysis.Request and assure supplies and medical equipment are
available to perform care and treatmentsas required by the
Residents.Schedule appointments, physicians, therapy, and
consults.Monitor and assist CNAs/STNAs with personal Residents care
duties such as bathing, feeding and assisting with ambulation, and
other routine accommodative services for Residents comfort
andwell-being.Receive report from outgoing Charge Nurse and make
rounds to see each Residents daily and as needed.Administer
medications to Residents according to the Public Health Code,
Nursing DepartmentPolicies, and standards and procedures and as
prescribed by the physician; notify appropriate clinical and/or
nursing personnel of medication contraindications.Advise Residents
and/or responsible persons regarding changes in medications,
treatment plans, and Resident condition.Manage and document
emergency care of Residents, coordinating communications to
physicians, responsible persons, DON and Administrator, hospital
personnel, emergency transport, and other appropriate
personnel.Preform comprehensive and focused nursing assessments in
conjunction with changes in condition and scheduled programs.Assist
with new admissions, re-admissions and assist with the transfer of
Residents to different rooms within the assigned unit. Requests and
assures supplies and equipment are available to perform care and
treatment as required by the patient prior to or at the time of
admission.Assure completion of weekly, periodic and discharge
summaries.Perform quality improvement activities as assigned by the
Director of Nursing, Unit Manager and/or ADON.Monitor rate of
accident/incidents occurrences and infection rate on the unit and
develop suggestions for corrective action.Report Residents and
staff complaint and all unusual occurrences to the Director of
Nursing or Administrator and any allegation of
Abuse/misappropriation or neglect to the Administrator
immediatelyParticipate in periodic regulatory surveys by the State
of Michigan and participates in the preparation of the Plan of
Correction response to an inspection survey.Complete and report
Resident injury to the Unit Manager.Know and support facility
philosophy, standards, policies and proceduresCommunicate with
department heads on an as-needed basis to problem solve and plan
for more effective patient care.Inform Director of Nursing or Unit
Manager/ADON when staffing requirements are not met.Present a
professional appearance and serve as unit role modelMaintain own
professional requirements for continuing education and staff
development by participating in work related seminars, etc.Promotes
compliance with accident prevention procedures, safety rules, and
safe work practices to prevent employee injury and illness and
control worker's compensation costs.Ensure equipment is used in a
safe manner and report any maintenance concerns to the Director of
Maintenance. Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment
and supply issues to the appropriate persons.Adheres to the Nurse
Practice Act.Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of
Residents and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth,
respect and promotes a caring environment.Must answer and respond
to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Residents
care areas.Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully
with Residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.Attend
staff meetings and in-services as requested. Attends in-service and
education programs and attends continuing education required for
maintenance of professional certification or licensure.Understands
Infection Control and follows the Company's Infection Control
guidelines, such as hand washing principles, understanding of
isolation and standard precautions, recognizing signs and symptoms
of infection, demonstrating and understanding of the process for
identifying and handling infectious waste and cross contamination,
maintaining personal hygiene, and complying with OSHA standards in
the workplace.Promotes and Protects Resident Rights by assisting
Residents to make informed decisions, treating Residents with
dignity and respect, protecting Residents' personal belongings,
reporting suspected abuse or neglect, avoiding the need for
physical restraints in accordance with current professional
standards, and supporting independent expression, choice and
decision-making consistent with applicable laws and
regulations.Perform other tasks as required.#IndzeenSupervisory
Responsibility:License Practical Nurses: This position provides
general supervision to CNAs, includingCNA retraining, counseling
sessions, and implementation of disciplinary actions as
necessary.This position does not direct or supervise the work of
Registered Nurses.Registered Nurses: This position provides general
supervision to CNAs, including CNAretraining, counseling sessions,
and implementation of disciplinary actions as
necessary.Requirements:Education, Training, and Experience:Must
possess a current state license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed
Practical Nurse.CPR certification required.One year of professional
nursing experience in the long-term care setting is desired (not
required).Knowledge of applicable state nursing regulations
preferred.Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:Knowledge of
current federal and state laws and regulations that apply to the
practice of nursing in a long-term care setting.Has strong
organizational and time management skills and the ability to
prioritize responsibilities.Ability to apply mathematical concepts
such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to
practical situations.Basic computer knowledge is required
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