Mother of Mercy

230 Church Ave Albany MN 56307

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will ensure that the health care needs of all clients are met. The Clinical Nurse Supervisor,RN will ensure that staff is trained in assisted living procedures and policies which are current and up to date. The Clinical Nurse Supervisor, RN will also ensure compliance with current Assisted Living License regulations. Working cooperatively with the (fill in title of person), supervise the delivery of services provided to the clients and supervises staff.

Vulnerable Adult Mandated Reporter

A mandated vulnerable adult reporter of maltreatment, neglect, abuse of vulnerable residents/tenants. Required to report any alleged maltreatment, neglect, or abuse to your supervisor and appropriate state agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be registered and licensed with the State of Minnesota as a RN and must maintain a current and unrestricted licensure.
• Must have a valid drivers license, if needed to drive.
• At least 3 years experience in related field.

OTHER SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

This position required the incumbent to have:

• Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly.
• Possess skills to communicate effectively with those you supervise, clients, family members and (fill in title of person).
• Possess leadership / supervisory skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Able to work irregular hours, occasional weekends and evenings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND TASKS:

Manage the Assisted Living services that are provided including completing essential paperwork and complying with state regulations.

• Works to assure facility is in compliance with federal state and local standards and regulations. Is available for license surveys.
• Works with Assisted Living Director to keep forms updated including policies, procedures, Bill of Rights, and related assisted living forms and manuals
• Meets with Case Workers regularly, as needed.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of current trends regarding Assisted Living facilities
• Is responsible for investigating and reporting incidents of suspected resident neglect and/or abuse and reporting these findings to (fill in title of person) and/or appropriate county officials.
• Works to maintain privacy and confidentiality of client, client’s records and client’ living environment.
• Is willing to carry a cell phone and be ‘on call’ for emergencies, resident change of condition, and when ULP perform delegated nursing tasks.
• Prepare, record, submit and maintain accurate and timely correspondence and paperwork regarding resident data and billing information with Office Coordinator as needed.
• Communicates and documents resident data to staff as needed.
• Completes initial assessment of potential clients to assure that their needs will be met.
• Follows the Assisted Living License regulations for providing timely and thorough nursing assessments for all clients.
• Assures clients maintain residency requirements, reassess and recommend alternative placement if necessary.
• Implements service agreements with all new clients. Reviews and revises service plans as needed.
• Assures clients have up to date care plans. Reviews and revises care plans as needed.
• Monitors and maintains resident records and nursing notes.
• Communicates to physicians and other personnel (county caseworkers) any changes in client’s needs or conditions.
• Monitors and follows thru with ordering medications and all medication renewals as well as any necessary follow-up with physicians regarding medications and/or medical conditions.
• Assures all physicians orders are signed and implemented with-in 24 hours.
• Fills weekly pillboxes for medication administration by unlicensed staff and checks new medications from the pharmacy.
• Assures new medication sheets are in place by the first of each month.
• Reviews each client’s medication sheet at least monthly and assures accuracy and appropriate signatures.
• Communicates in staff communication book any information that staff needs to be aware of.
• Documents disposal of medication per procedure.
• Assures compliance with regulations and is available for federal and state licensure surveys.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures and implementation of them.
• Responsible for management of Tuberculosis / Infection Control Program.

Supervision of other nursing and Unlicensed Personnel.

• Supervises, orients and competency tests unlicensed staff to assisted living and to each client’s individual needs.
• Gives input and/or helps perform annual evaluations for nursing and unlicensed personnel staff.
• Supervises, disciplines, and terminates unlicensed personnel.
• Coordinates staff education to include at least 8 hours of in-services per year.
• Meets with staff as needed.
• Provides health and medication training to all new employees as well as continued education for all staff and documents such training to assure compliance with state, federal and local regulations.
• Assures that staff clearly understands and follow all assisted living procedures.
• Monitors staff for compliance of monthly resident treatments as scheduled.
• Supervises medication practices and medical equipment being used by assisted living clients.
• Assures that medication administration procedures are followed properly and discusses any needed corrections, errors, etc., with staff.

Provide support and address needs for programs and services.

• Maintain resident records and appropriate documents as required.
• Assess clients on an ongoing basis to assure their needs can be met.
• Assures clients continue to live safely in their unit, reassess and recommend alternative placement if necessary.
• Communicates the services to be provided for each resident to staff responsible for delivering the services,and assures follow through.
• Inform personnel of changes in client’s needs and conditions.
• Maintains communication with clients, their families and staff.
• Facilitates coordination of resident services with other service providers as needed.
• Is available for on-call medical questions and/or emergencies via phone.

Participate and function effectively as a team member.

• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with staff, and other Premier Healthcare staff including providing backup to other staff as needed.
• Articulate information regarding clients to the team.
• Provide proactive, constructive participation in staff meetings, committees, etc.
• Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
• Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
• Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills and other emergency situations.
• Reports injuries for self, staff, clients or visitors immediately to (fill in title of person).
• Keep (fill in title of person) informed and involved and advised of needs and problems.

Other duties as assigned.

• Support the mission and values of the organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Must be able to occasionally push and pull residents weighing more than 75 pounds in wheelchairs and Geri-chairs. Must be able to occasionally reposition residents weighing more than 75 pounds in bed for treatments, nursing procedures and as needed.
• Must be able to frequently push/pull medication cart requiring force of 10-30 pounds on linoleum and carpeted floors.
• Must be able to continually perform simple and complex manipulative tasks using resident care equipment, as well as items such as the administration of meds (oral, injection and IV). (Continuously)
• Must be able to manipulate carts through doorways and into close-fitting areas.
• Must be able to safely assist a resident with transfers and ambulating. Must be able to move about in tight spaces and between objects, equipment, and furniture. (Frequently)
• Must have hand-eye coordination to administer injections and adjusting flow rates, etc. (Frequently).
• Constant walking and standing is required. Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and squatting are also required to reach lower drawers in Med carts, assist residents, etc.
• Must be able to smell smoke.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include:
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to:

• Occasional exposure to blood, body tissues, and other potentially infectious fluids.
• Frequent exposure to chemical compounds of medication and treatments.
• Frequent exposure to microbial bacteria and other infectious agents inherent to care of ill residents.
• Occasional exposure to loud or unpleasant voices and bodily injury due to unpredictable behavior of residents.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant odors as related to care of incontinent residents.
• Continuous exposure to latex, Tyvex, plastic and/or materials which are used for personal protective equipment.
• Stress of working with sick residents and their families, combined with the resident who may be confused, irrational, highly agitated, or given to abrupt mood swings. (Frequently)
• Seasonal exposure to high humidity to resident’s option to control their environment.

The noise level in the work environment is:

• Quiet to loud

Equipment Used:

• Medication/treatment cart, blood pressure gauge, stethoscope, scissors, sterile/non-sterile treatment supplies, adaptive devices, bathing equipment, mechanical lifts, adjustable beds, scale, gait belt, laundry and food carts, telephone, water faucets, thermometers, wheelchairs, walkers, hearing aids, electric shavers, catheters, ostomy supplies, tube feeding equipment, oxygen concentrator, microwave oven, etc

This Job Description is not an exhaustive list of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Rotating weekends

Work setting:

• Assisted living facility
• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Skilled nursing facility

Work Location: In person

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