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Wisconsin Dells Health Services - Portage, WI
posted 7 days ago
About the position
Under the supervision of the Unit Manager/ADON/DON, the RN/LPN assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients for a shift of duty. Nursing care is provided through assessment, implementations, and evaluation of the plan of care. The RN/LPN adheres to the standards of care for the area, manages the environment to maintain resident/patient safety, and supervises the resident/patient care activity performance by nursing assistants and helpers. Follows all North Shore's policies and procedures. Performs duties as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act. Follows where applicable JCAHO standards.
Responsibilities
- Assume responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients for a shift of duty.
- Provide nursing care through assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.
- Adhere to the standards of care for the area.
- Manage the environment to maintain resident/patient safety.
- Supervise resident/patient care activity performance by nursing assistants and helpers.
- Follow all North Shore's policies and procedures.
- Perform duties as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Follow applicable JCAHO standards.
Requirements
- Licensed in the State as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Must have and maintain current CPR certification
- Able to use necessary supplies and equipment (feeding pumps, oxygen, treatment trays, medication cart, etc.)
- Able to calculate drug dosage
- Meets all health requirements imposed by law
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other center staff
- Able to read, write, speak and understand English
- Demonstrated basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications
- Experience in a fast-paced environment
Nice-to-haves
- Previous post-acute care experience preferred
Benefits
- Health insurance for full-time employees starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- Dental and vision insurance for full and part-time staff
- 401(K) Program for full and part-time staff
- 6 paid holidays plus one floating holiday for full-time staff
- Company paid life insurance for full-time staff
- Voluntary life and disability insurance for full-time staff
- Paid Time Off
