Description
Open To All Applicants
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
This position will Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Responsibilities:
* Assign on-call status to guide the nursing staff in the day to day operations as scheduled by the Director of Nursing Services.
* Assign duties to nursing staff as appropriate based on training and experience.
* Implement and participate in staff development and training programs
* Participate in developing, maintaining and updating policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.
* Coordinate and plan the nursing services portion of the resident's admission and discharge plan by:
a. Assess and determine the health status and level of care for all new admissions.
b. Maintain an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments to include the proper reference dates throughout the resident's stay.
c. Evaluate resident care plans for comprehensiveness and individuality.
d. Assists disciplines in formulating and revising care plans.
e. Perform basic nursing care such as but not limited to bathing, personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, transferring and feeding residents.
f. Provide direct nursing care to residents; recognize and interpret symptoms; assist with therapeutic and diagnostic measures; administer medication and treatment per physician's orders; ensure special and emergency needs are met; maintain complete and accurate medical records. Report any changes of condition promptly to physician.
g. Ensure resident's problems are identified and prioritized.
h. Enter and processes physician orders.
i. Assess the achievement or lack of achievement of desired outcomes.
* Promote resident education by assisting in resident orientation on effective and active therapy and rehabilitation and teaching good health habits
* Assist in maintaining an environment conducive to the physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing of residents and personnel
* Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services.
* Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all MDS Assessments including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, significant change. a. Ensure accuracy and electronic submission of MDS assessments. b. Verify electronic submissions of MDS, perform corrections when necessary and maintain appropriate records. c. Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each new admission to facility according to regulatory time frames.
* Communicate level of care for new resident to all disciplines.
* Generate appropriate forms to complete level of acuity and changes. Transmits forms to the appropriate agency for processing as required by state law.
* Implement all level of care changes; notify all departments when a level of care change has been made.
* Schedule and conduct resident care conferences in compliance with state and federal regulations and ensures completion of all MDS reviews prior to resident care conference.
* Ensures completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal and state standards.
* Input Diagnosis codes in the electronic health record in a timely manner.
* Assess, develop, implement, and monitor nursing restorative programs in order to maintain or attain residents at their highest level of functioning.
* Act as a liaison between therapy and nursing and promote a restorative nursing philosophy
* Participate in the RESIDENT SAFETY PROGRAM leading fall prevention and restraint reduction
* Participate in Quality Assurance Committee. Educate facility staff, residents, and families regarding resident safety and restorative program.
* Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations
* In the absence of the Director of Nursing Services, you will perform the duties of the Director. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Skills:
Essential:
* Interpret federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Foster a cooperative work environment
* Observe, assess, and record systems, reactions, and progress
* Preparing and maintaining patient records
* Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards
* Knowledge of emergency medical procedures
* Knowledge of geriatric nursing
* Ability to operate various types of medical equipment including oxygen, wound vacuums, tube feeding pumps, suction machines, ambu bags and patient lifts
* Skill in supervising, coaching, training, and evaluating assigned staff
* Must comply with Caregiver Law and Grant conditions criminal history checks as a condition of employment to include fingerprinting
* Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making
* Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Associates Degree in Nursing
Credentials:
Essential:
* Wisconsin registered nurse
Nonessential:
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP) (Hrd), complete within ninety (90) days of employment
* Health Insurance Portability (HIPAA) Accountability, complete within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter
* Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Evening and weekend work may be required
* Work evening hours
* Work holidays
* Work extended hours
* Work irregular shifts
* Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
* Flu vaccination required
* Measles mumps rubella vaccination required
* Varicella vaccine required
Experience:
Essential:
* 3.0 MDS experience
* Professional nurse in a long term care facility
* Nursing supervisory experience
Nonessential:
* Nursing experience in long-term care
* Supervisory or lead experience
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
2. Employees are required to have proof of seasonal influenza vaccination; medical or religious exemption may be requested upon hire.
3. Must provide three (3) current letters of reference.
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