Nurse -LPN/RN

Responsibilities

• Provides care as defined within the scope of the state’s Nurse Practice Act using sound judgment and critical thinking.
• If directed by the Director of Nursing, makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the client’s nursing needs.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions, keeping the Director of Nursing updated on the revisions.
• Provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.
• Informs the Director of Nursing, physician and other personnel of changes in the client’s condition and needs.
• Counsels the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Aids in the development of organization goals.
• Administers agency policies and procedures.
• Aids the Director of Nursing in assessing the competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety of a client’s care.
• Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel, as directed by the Director of Nursing.
• Provides information to be used for statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
• Affirms proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Affirms compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
• Identifies and participates in agency performance improvement activities.
• Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and home health care.
• Shares information with appropriate organization personnel.
• Promotes home health referrals in the health care community.
• Provides assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to: feeding, hoyer lift, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, linen changes, and light housekeeping.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current unencumbered licensure to practice professional nursing in Wisconsin.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience preferred.
• Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills.
• Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, staff and community.
• Treat clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
• Case management skills are a plus.
• Licensed driver with reliable transportation.
• Auto insurance in accordance with the organization’s requirements if transporting clients.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of the client’s medical information (HIPAA).
• Ability to work on weekends, nights and holidays is a plus.
• Understands regulatory compliance State requirement for the franchise location.
• Understands Federal regulations including but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA.
• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull.
• Variated assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.