JOB SUMMARY: Provides residents with daily nursing care in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, regulations, and facility policies. May be directed by the Wound Care Coordinator / Treatment Nurse, or designee to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained. QUALIFICATIONS Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant Program with a certificate or other written verification from the school and successful completion of the Department approved nursing assistant competency evaluation or successful completion of a United States military training program that includes the content of the Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program. Be at least 16 years of age, of temperate habits and good moral character, honest, reliable, and trustworthy. Provide evidence of employment or occupation, if any, and residence for two years prior to initial employment as a nursing assistant. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment. Demonstrates interest and/or knowledge in caring for the ill, disabled, and elderly. Must be able to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel etc. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must be personable, enthusiastic, and personable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, visitors, personnel, and support agencies. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people. May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds throughout the day. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensure that all nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with established policies and procedures, including dress code. Participates in the skin report and or / Stand up with nursing members daily. Communicates any initial sign of a skin abnormality in skin integrity, or any missing Dressing right away to the Wound Care Coordinator/ Treatment Nurse /staff nurse for replacement. Monitors turning and positioning of residents and assists in turning and repositioning as well as documenting that in Point of Care (POC). Monitors shower and bed bath completion for wound patients and assists as needed as well as documenting shower/bath in Point of Care and documenting any skin abnormality in (POC) and reporting to the Nurse on duty. Monitors off-loading of heels or placement of heel lift boots, per resident modality and document in (POC) if applicable. Participates and assists in the daily rounds with the Wound Care Coordinator/ Treatment Nurse. Monitors compliance with preventative skin moisture barrier, equipment usage, i.e.: (wedge cushions, wheelchair cushions, pillows) and specialty mattresses. Monitors off-loading when resident up in their wheel- chair and assist in positioning if needed. Aides with assistance during activities of daily living to a specific number of residents and/or as directed by the Wound Care Coordinator/Treatment Nurse. May Assist in developing a written plan of care for each Resident with specific problems or needs of that Resident. Attends and actively participates in a resident care plan conference, and or Resident Council and/or Family Council when invited. Reports all concerns, complaints made by the Resident or their family to the Administrator/ or designee. Makes rounds to assure Residents are safe and comfortable and their Call lights within reach. Maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department. Participates in In-service Education Programs. Assists in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orientates the new staff of Alden to the facility wound care program, and its policies and procedures as requested. Recommends to the Wound Care Coordinator/ Treatment Nurse any equipment or supply needs of the department. Documents Rounds daily on Skin QA sheet provided and daily returns QA sheet to Wound Care Coordinator/Treatment Nurse. Check Low Air Loss Mattresses daily for settings, adjusts as necessary and report any issues to Wound Care Coordinator/ Treatment Nurse. Helps with changing or switching out of Low Air Loss Mattresses as needed. Ensure that the Low Air Loss Mattresses are being cleaned by housekeeping on showers days. Aide in monitoring the linen on the Low Air Loss Mattresses during rounds. Inventories and stores the new Residents personal possessions as needed. Assists Residents with packing personal possessions when they are transferred to a new room or discharged (including personal turning schedules from old rooms to new rooms). Maintains intake and output records as instructed. Checks and documents bowel movements and character of stools if applicable. Assist with making occupied and unoccupied beds, changes of bed linens, straightens rooms, closets, and drawers. Notifies housekeeping if mattress in need of cleaning. Obtains blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, heights and weights, and records if indicated. Shares in the performance measures for the facility regarding the outcomes of areas monitored. OTHER AREAS OF ASSISTING RESIDENT Observes Residents physical condition, attitude, reactions, appetite, etc., and reports any changes and/or unusual findings to the Nurse/RCC so care plan can be updated. Performs personal services for Residents (i.e., reading, writing letters, etc.) as time allows. Encourages Residents to help themselves and promotes self-care in aiding rehabilitation as much as possible. Assists with care of dying and expired Residents. Records resident food/fluid intake. Completes meal monitor form as indicated. Reports changes in resident’s eating habits to the Staff Nurse. Keeps Residents water pitchers clean and filled with fresh water on each shift unless contraindicated. Wears transfer belt or have available always and utilizes as needed. Reports all hazardous equipment and conditions to the Staff Nurse immediately. Performs other related duties as assigned. GENERAL BENEFITS: Paid Holidays Paid Sick Time Paid Time Off Retirement / Pension Plan Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance
I. JOB SUMMARY Responsible to deliver direct and indirect nursing care to patients with ostomies, draining wounds, various types of fistulae, stomas, soft tissue injuries and other wound types and to supervise the day to day nursing activities performed by the nurses in relation to wound care, treatments, prevention, and assessments. Supervise II. QUALIFICATIONS A. Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the state of Illinois. B. Must possess a current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment. C. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures. D. Demonstrates interest and or knowledge in the care of the aged. E. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. F. Must possess the ability to make independent decisionswhen such circumstanceswarrant. G. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, family members, personnel, government agencies personnel, and the general public. H. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. I. Musthave the right attitude of being personable, enthusiastic, and resourceful. III. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS A. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day. B. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. C. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met. D. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with customers, visitors, personnel, and support agencies. E. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. F. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people. G. May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., throughout the day. H. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses. IV. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Must ensure that all nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with established policies. B. Directly supervise the nurses, CNA's and other members of the IDT that wound care treatments and protocols are followed accordingly. C. Directly supervise the wound technicians on wound care protocols D. Responsible/oversees for assessing and documenting wound status and skin care. E. Administer or assist with wound treatments as ordered by the physician. F. Review treatment orders for completeness of information and accuracy of transcription of the physician's order. G. Review wound assessments for completeness and accuracy. H. Complete weekly skin report and send to nurse consultant and pharmacy. I. Educate facility staff on pressure ulcer prevention. J. Assist as necessary with the physician/consultant during wound care rounds. K. Arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services needed for wound care as ordered by the physician. L. Obtain /assist in wound specimen collection as ordered by the physician. M. Update the family/responsible party and attending physician for any changes on wound assessment. N. Assist in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer and be able to evaluate the delivery of care. O. Attends and actively participate in customer care plan conference. P. Consult with other nurses, management, and other related health professionals to assist in assessing, planning and delivering and evaluating patient care. Q. Plan, conduct andparticipate inIn-serviceEducationPrograms,workshops, seminars, conferences, and courses. R. Make written and oral reports including recommendations concerning the wound care program. S. Ensure that the wound assessment reflects that the care plan is being followed. T. Participate in the development, maintenance and implementation of the facility's Quality Assurance program for the Wound Care Program. U. Coordinate facility wound audits with the nursing staff. V. Make daily rounds to assure that nursing personnel are performing required duties related to the wound care program, and to assure that wound care protocols and procedures are being followed. W. Communicate with the IDT, wound progress of patients; make entries on the 24- hour report as necessary. X. Committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment for our customer’s. Y. Complete required forms upon the customer's admission, transfer and or discharge. Z. Attend staff meetings as needed. AA. Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB SUMMARY: Provides residents with daily nursing care in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies and as may be directed by the Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing or Administrator to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. QUALIFICATIONS Successful completion of a nursing arts course in an accredited nurse training program as evidenced by a diploma, certificate, or other written verification from the school and successful completion of the Department approved nursing assistant competency evaluation or successful completion of a United States military training program that includes the content of the Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program Be at least 16 years of age, of temperate habits and good moral character, honest, reliable, and trustworthy. Provide evidence of employment or occupation, if any, and residence for two years prior to initial employment as a nursing assistant. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment. Demonstrates interest and/or knowledge in caring for the ill, disabled, and elderly. Must be able to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel etc. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must be personable, enthusiastic, and personable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, visitors, personnel, and support agencies. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people. May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds throughout the day. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensure that all nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with established policies, including dress code. Provides assistance with activities of daily living to a specific number of residents and/or as directed by the staff nurse. Assists in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer. Attends and actively participates in resident care plan conference, and Resident Council and/or Family Council when invited. Reports all concerns, complaints made by the customer or their family to the Administrator. Makes rounds to assure customers are safe and comfortable. Maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department. Participates in In-service Education Programs. Assists in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orients the new Ladies and Gentlemen of Alden to the facility, his/her department, and its policies and procedures. Recommends to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the department. Inventories and stores the new customer’s personal possessions. Assists customers with packing personal possessions when they are transferred to a new room or when being discharged. Participates in and receives the nursing report upon reporting for duty. Maintains intake and output records as instructed. Checks and reports bowel movements and character of stools. Makes occupied and unoccupied beds, changes bed linens, and straightens rooms, closet, and drawers. Notifies housekeeping if mattress in need of cleaning or replacement. Answers call lights promptly, answer telephone calls as needed and run errands as requested. Obtains blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, heights, and weights as needed. Does complete check of skin condition when dressing, undressing, turning/repositioning, etc. Reports any skin abnormalities to the Staff Nurse. Observes customer’s physical condition, attitude, reactions, appetite, etc., and reports any changes and/or unusual findings to the Nurse/RCC so care plan can be updated. Performs personal services for customer’s (i.e., reading, writing letters, etc.) as time allows. Encourages customers to help themselves and promotes self-care in aiding rehabilitation. Assists with care of dying and expired customers. Records resident food/fluid intake. Completes meal monitor form as indicated. Reports changes in resident’s eating habits to the Staff Nurse. Keeps customers water pitchers clean and filled with fresh water on each shift unless contraindicated. Serves between meals and bedtime snacks. Wears transfer belt at all times and utilizes as needed. Keeps the nurses’ call system within easy reach of the resident. Reports all hazardous equipment and conditions to the Staff Nurse immediately. Participates in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s Quality Assurance program for the Nursing Department. Performs other related duties as assigned. GENERAL BENEFITS: Paid Holidays Paid Sick Time Paid Time Off Retirement / Pension Plan Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance
