Nurse PRN

The J•Maryland Heights, MO

19d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform all health monitoring and nursing services for participants of Adult Day at the J. Maintain or improve the health of participants through observation, medication administration and health monitoring throughout the day; provide emergency first aid assistance when necessary.

Requirements

Must hold current Missouri RN (Registered Nurse) license; or, current Missouri LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license.
Must have current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (training provided if expired)
Prior experience in a geriatric setting is required.
Prior experience working with individuals with cognitive impairments, developmental/intellectual and/or physical disabilities is also required.
Must be able to assist with the restroom needs of participants.
Physical ability to lift 40 pounds, transfer participants (on occasion up to 250 pounds) and assist participants with mobility.
Position requires registration on MO Family Care Safety Registry which must be maintained for continued employment.
Annual TB testing is required per state requirements, as is a current Hepatitis A vaccination.

Responsibilities

Provide health care monitoring and medication administration to the participants on a daily basis.
Conduct monthly weight and blood pressure checks for participants and record to file.
Maintain accurate and timely records of medication administration/inventory, patient charting, Medicaid charting, and personal care schedule.
Ensure all state and licensure requirements are met.
Maintain contact with families and physicians when physical changes are noted, new participant paperwork is needed, medications require refill, documentation of medication change is needed, personal care items require replenishment, or a fresh change of clothes are needed.
Provide health education to families and co-workers which will benefit program participants.
Provide toileting, shower assistance and personal care physical assistance and verbal cues as needed.
Provide morning and afternoon mobility and transfer assistance to participants who utilize our transport buses for arriving and departing the ADC.
Provide dining room coverage while the participants are eating breakfast, lunch, and snack.
Ensure modification of meals to meet the specific needs and diets of each participant during breakfast, lunch and snack times.
Complete incident reporting, progress notes, medical summaries, and other documentation as needed.
Along with the Care Plan Team, conduct initial medical/health eligibility assessments for new participants entering the program.