Registered Nurse

$40.47 / hour

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of the residents at the Sauk County Health Care Center!

Whether you're looking for a new chapter, a change of pace, or a helping hand, Sauk County Health Care Center is where you can build a more rewarding career. We are looking for someone who has the desire to provide care for the elderly and be a part of the Health Care Center Team.

The purpose of the Registered Nurse is to perform registered nursing services or licensed practical nursing services at the Sauk County Health Care Center.

Hiring for: PM (2:30pm to 11:00pm) or NOC (10:30pm to 7:00am) shifts.

Sauk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We actively encourage protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for our open positions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability.

To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team at 608-355-4887 or scpersonnel@saukcountywi.gov

Promote or restore resident's health by completing the nursing process and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members.
When directed by nurse management or administration, this position will function as the facility Charge Nurse on their scheduled shift.
Charge Nurse duties will include:
- Ensure that all nursing functions within the department run smoothly and efficiently
- Provide guidance and support to help staff through challenging situations as they arise
- Assisting nurses in their charge with patient-related questions
Provide physical and psychological support to residents and their families.
Promote resident’s independence by establishing a resident centered model approach to all aspects of nursing care.
Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards of practice; measuring health outcomes against resident’s goals and standards; following nursing home’s philosophy and standards of care set by the state board of nursing, state nurse practice act and any other governing agency.
Administer prescribed treatments and medications to residents by all approved routes while monitoring for resident’s physical and mental response to medications and treatments.
Assist with admission of new residents by determining resident’s special nursing needs and assigns tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) as appropriate.
Provide assistance and guidance to nursing assistants on procedures, treatments, and equipment. Evaluate CNAs work performance and completes performance evaluations. Recommend subordinates' discipline/discharge.
Accompany physicians on medical rounds and update physicians regarding resident’s medical conditions.
Document resident information into the Electronic Charting System (ECS) to provide continuity of care and will also enter information into the Minimum Data Set (MDS) system as needed and/or requested.
Assist in developing resident care plans and assures adherence by the interdisciplinary team daily.
Record weekly and/or monthly, resident progress or change in condition in order to maintain resident’s clinical record.
Monitor and record vital signs. Records resident procedures, treatments and medications as required by state and federal regulations.
Assist residents with transfers, repositioning, and other ADLs, and help to answer call lights on the unit in a timely manner.
Prepare accident/incident reports for residents and staff.
Participate in in-service training to maintain knowledge of current facility, state and federal regulations and requirements.
Assure policy and procedure adherence by staff of facility.
Transcribe physician orders.
Order and stock pharmaceutical supplies and medication.
Account for narcotics and resident money and valuables.
And other duties as assigned.

Required Working Hours

Standard working hours may vary between first shift, second shift, and third shift. Please note these hours are subject to change and additional hours may be needed or required. Reimbursement for such additional hours are subject to state and federal regulations.

Required

Associate's degree in Nursing

Licenses/Certifications:

Registered Nursing (RN) License

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Nursing experience with the geriatric population

2 years of nursing experience

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

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