Description

                                                                                                                                      **$3,000 Sign-On Bonus**

Primary Purpose

• The RN is responsible for direct/indirect supervision of nursing staff and overall safety of the specific operations. The RN is accountable for direction, coaching, and management of unit staff, regulatory compliance and care delivery to residents.

General description

• Supports the Director of Nursing and other department leaders in the overall function of the day to day activities on the unit. Reports concerns to the appropriate leader as needed and handles other issues independently as able.

Essential Duties

• The RN is aware at all times staffing reduction or replacement to maintain designated staffing levels per resident census. Will adjust nursing staff assignments when necessary to evenly distribute staff throughout facility to meet resident needs. May staff outside of established guidelines per judgement in unusual circumstances. Must provide rationale and documentation for changes.
• The RN is responsible for overall safety of the specific operation of Sauer Health Care. The RN will consistently enforce all safety rules and ensure that safe practices are followed. In the event of an accident the RN will insure employees receives proper medical attention and that the accident report is completed. The RN will arrange for correction of unsafe work conditions and procedures.
• The RN will actively participate in all monitoring as required by federal/state regulations, physicians orders and the needs of the resident and will maintain documentation necessary to support MDS and rational for residents care plan.
• The RN will review and investigate incident reports for timely completion including physician and family notification, completion of the incident report with interventions is in effect and care plan is followed. Will refer recommendations for safety equipment to designee.
• The RN will actively attend and participate in care conferences and oversee that the resident screening, labs and specialist orders and recommendation from the other disciplines, reviewed, and followed as needed.

Other Duties

• Accepts assignments in a positive manner designated by the Director of Nursing/supervisor, which may include participating in QA/QI projects, increases clinical skill competencies, in anticipation of proposed population changes.
• Presents a positive public image to residents, families, staff, physicians, and visitors. Contributes to team cohesiveness, promotes new ideas, respect peers, and creates a pleasant work atmosphere.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Respects confidentiality of organization, department, staff, residents, and family.
• Assesses resident when a significant change in condition has occurred or suspected. Oversees that physician/family contact occurs in a timely manner. Reviews order changes, recommendation follow-up and appropriate documentation is completed. Actively participates in this process as needed.
• Is responsible for the overall atmosphere of the unit. Creates a pleasant home-like environment for residents and families. Maintains a sense of calm. Diffuses conflicts between residents and staff or resident and resident. Reports to supervisor difficulties promptly occurring on the unit.
• LPN shall be obligated to perform NAR duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Has the ability to provide guidance and training to other staff regarding the MDS charting process.
• Communicate with the nurse managers regarding resident care and evaluate resident drug use for necessity and effectiveness.
• Supervise and oversee staff for resident care, dress code, and supports and enforces facility policy practice. Is responsible for initiating disciplinary action and or education for employees not following these policies.
• Follow physician/nurse practitioner (NP) orders and accurately documents.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience And Qualification

Education: Associates in Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Experience: CPR Certificate

Benefits Available: 

• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability 
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Plan 
• Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance 

Physical Demands

• Bending/Stooping Occasionally (10%-29%)
• Climbing–Stairs, Ladders, Slope Occasionally (10%-29%)
• Crawling Seldom (1% to 9%)
• Grasping/Handling Constantly (80%-100%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (10%-29%)
• Neck Flexion/Extension Frequently (55%-79%)
• Reaching Forward Frequently (55%-79%)
• Reaching Overhead Frequently (55%-79%)
• Standing Periodically (80%-100%)
• Twisting Occasionally (30%-54%)
• Walking Constantly (80%-100%)

Physical Effort

Pushing/pulling:

• 0 - 1 lb. Constantly (80%-100%)
• 1 - 10 lbs. Constantly (80%-100%)
• 11 - 25 lbs. Frequently (55%-79%)
• 26 - 50 lbs. Periodically (30%-54%)
• 51 - 75 lbs. Occasionally (55%-79%)

Mental And/or Visual Demands

• Ability to care for those who may be unpredictable Constantly (80%-100%)
• Ability to quickly react to stressful situations Constantly (80%-100%) 

Work Conditions

• Biological Agents Seldom (1% to 9%)
• Chemical Agents Seldom (1% to 9%)
• Dust Seldom (1% to 9%)
• Excessive Cold Occasionally (10%-29%)
• Excessive Heat Occasionally (10%-29%)
• Fumes, Odors Occasionally (10%-29%)
• Noise Seldom (1% to 9%)
• Solvents, Petroleum Products (Never)
• Vibration (Never)

Job Specific Conditions/Demands

• Driving–Vehicle/Equipment Periodically (30%-54%)
• Hearing Constantly (80%-100%)
• Indoors Constantly (80%-100%)
• Outdoors Seldom (1% to 9%)
• Power Tools/Equipment (Never)
• Talking Constantly (80%-100%)

Mental And/or Visual Demands

• Ability to care for those who may be unpredictable.
• Ability to quickly react to stressful situations.

EEO Classification: Professional Staff

• Successful candidates are expected to comply with the general attendance policies.
• Successful candidates are expected to comply with all safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minnesota RN License