What are the responsibilities and job description for the ALH - Wellness Nurse position at American Lutheran Homes Menomonie?
We are looking for a Wellness Nurse to join our leadership team at Autumn Village!
Benefits offered dependent on your work status:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Critical, Accident, Short-term disability and Life insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flex Medical and Dependent Account
- Paid Time Off (up to 3 weeks)
- PayActiv – On demand access to earned wages
- Retirement match (up to 4%)
- Tuition Aid Program and Scholarship
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Complete initial and ongoing assessments
- Handle admission of residents
- Medication Monitoring
- Health monitoring/screening
- Monitor diabetic blood sugars
- Diabetic cares as needed, i.e. fingernail and toenail care
- Checking lab test report sheets from Clinic, follow through with medication changes as needed
- Complete and review progress notes
- Develop and update care plans
- Arrange doctor appointments and setting up transportation
- Complete all nursing procedures
- Audit Charts
- Schedule and supervise all staff in absence of director
- Monitor TB tests for residents and staff
- Be prepared to work the floor if needed
- Use the appropriate lift per residents’ care plans
- Communicate to Director what follow-up will be needed over the week
- Perform additional duties as assigned
- On Call responsibilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Lift/carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Push/pull medication carts up to 300 pounds occasionally
- Twist, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach, walk, and sit frequently
- Able to communicate orally and/or in writing with residents, co-workers, families, and the public
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Wisconsin Registered Nurse license
- Three to five years nursing experience with a minimum of 2 years in long term care
- Must possess leadership qualities and excellent communication skills
- Supervisory experience preferred
- BSN preferred
- Follow/adhere to organization, federal/state regulations and guidelines, including resident/client rights, standard precautions, fire safety, and first aid
