RN Nurse Manager

The RN Nurse Manager assists in overseeing the clinical program, ensuring that the program runs smoothly and efficiently and that the residents receive the highest level of quality care in compliance with the State of WI.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Quality of Program and Care:

• Monitor medication administration, medication records and medication documentation in the MARs
• Provide regular support to resident care needs, facilitate resident evaluations and care-related follow-up as appropriate.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the pharmacy in regards to new medication orders, change in orders and any medication issues
• Monitor medication counts for narcotic drug administration
• Assist in the development of new policies and/or procedures as necessary
• Establish and maintain effective communication with the RCAC staff, families, residents, licensing agencies and referral sources
• Contact physicians regarding resident health issues/problems
• Complete the Physician Form when a resident is scheduled to see his/her M.D.
• Maintain on going communication with the administrator on all pertinent issues
• Maintain knowledge of State Regulations and updates (DHS 89 and DHS 83)

Staff Oversight and Training:

• Provide staff training and orientation; assist with care staff performance improvement (non-direct supervisory care and oversight) and ongoing maintenance of staff abilities.
• Assist with providing in-service training for staff on health conditions common to assisted living residents to include ADLs, medical management and regulatory compliance
• Monitor and delegate related health and safety duties to staff as needed
• Work closely with the staff in obtaining information related to the health status of the residents

Resident Admissions and Recordkeeping:

• Assist with the admission/acceptance decisions for potential residents
• Obtain all required paperwork prior to a new admission (i.e. assessment, medication orders, communicable disease information)
• Maintain resident records by collecting and receiving all pertinent and required data
• Follow up on residents admitted to the hospital and complete necessary paper work for a re-admission to the RCAC after hospitalization or rehab

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $71,000 - $89,900