Registered Nurse - RN

Amira Choice Champlin offers a full range of living options, a full schedule of activities and programs, and the comfort and security of full-time, around-the-clock caregivers for personalized senior care. We have 133 senior units with a mix of Independent/Assisted Living and Memory Care, supported by an exceptional team of caregivers dedicated to our mission of longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives.

About the role

This Registered Nurse (RN) position assists residents with personal care including bathing, shaving, dressing, hair care, feeding, toileting, and transfers/lifts. Managed by Ebenezer, Minnesota's largest senior living operator.

Schedule

• 64 hours per two-week pay period
• Day shift: 9AM – 5:30PM
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation

Responsibilities

• Maintains current assessment and documentation of resident health status:
  • Performs initial and on-going assessments per Minnesota Assisted Living regulations and Nurse Practice Act.
  • Ensures assessments are completed every 90 days per regulatory requirements.
• Works with resident and/or responsible party through collaboration, education, and timely communication to ensure appropriate service and placement.
• Service Agreements:
  • Assures resident has an up-to-date service agreement at admission, with any changes in services, and annually.
• Develops, maintains, and implements individual emergency plans based on health status and Advance Care Planning documents, including POLST.
• Maintains clinical charts and progress notes using a computerized documentation system.
• Communicates changes in resident conditions to medical and other relevant individuals and performs appropriate follow-up to health needs.
• Coordinates resident health services:
  • Facilitates coordination of services with internal and external providers.
  • Assures all physician orders are signed and implemented per Minnesota Assisted Living regulations.
  • Works with resident and/or representative(s) to assure delivery of appropriate services and funding.
• Manages and oversees medication and treatment administration:
  • Assures medications and supplies are ordered in a timely manner.
  • Assures medication and treatment practitioner orders are renewed at least annually and as necessary when there is a change.
  • Follows Minnesota Assisted Living regulations for obtaining and implementing practitioner orders.
  • Assures medi boxes, bubble packs, and/or syringes are filled per medication orders/changes for medication administration by designated staff.
  • Assures all medication administration procedures are correctly followed and takes appropriate action with staff regarding any problems or issues.
  • Assures accuracy of medication and treatment records, including documentation of administration and appropriate signatures.
• Monitors work and performance of licensed and unlicensed staff.
• Meets with staff to coordinate care and address care issues.
• Plans and assigns/delegates work to staff within established guidelines.
• Interviews, trains, and orients new employees as directed.
• Assists and supports staff to complete assignments as needed.
• Assists Director of Health Services (DHS) in monitoring and evaluation of staff performance.
• Schedules and completes Supervisory Visits.
• Complies with Federal, State, and Local Laws.
• Assists DHS in scheduling activities that support efficient and effective utilization of staff as needed.
• Performs any other duties as delegated by Director of Health Services.
• Supports DHS to act as RN on call during scheduled times:
  • Answers calls and gathers information related to assisted living community residents' health and safety.
  • Takes action as appropriate to the situation.
  • Works collaboratively with identified internal and external support providers.
  • Actions taken may require phone directives and/or traveling to the assisted living community to resolve the situation.
  • Reports to the DHS and/or Executive Director if further follow-up is needed.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Less than 1 year of nursing experience
• Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• 1 year of nursing experience
• Prior supervisory experience
• Prior experience in home care or assisted living environment

Benefits

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick and Safe Time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits
• Early access to earned wages

For additional information, visit Ebenezer Employee Benefits.