What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant DHS position at Ebenezer?
- Ebenezer offers a robust compensation package with benefits and hourly wages ranging from $40 - $56 / hour. Wage determinations will be based on similar experience.
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Director of Health Services (ADHS) to assist in leading our nursing team at our Senior Living Community in Minnetonka, MN. As the ADHS, you will be responsible for ensuring that the safety and health needs of the clients are met while providing staff leadership duties.
Nursing Leadership schedule includes;
- Full-time; 80 hours per two-week pay period
- Day shifts
- Weekend rotation
- Generous and Full Benefits Package; https://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits (paid time off, matching retirement, wellness reimbursement program, medical, dental, college tuition reimbursement/direct pay assistance funds)
- RN student loan repayment, up to $10,000
Ebenezer is proud to be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place, and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.
Opened in 2018, Amira Choice Minnetonka is a 100 unit community that offers Independent and Assisted Living as well as Memory Care and Care Suites. Our beautiful location is just minutes from The Ridgedale Mall, St Louis Park, and near Highways 394 and 494 while close to public transportation. Managed by Ebenezer, we boast an exceptional team of caregivers who believe in our mission to heal, discover, and educate for longer healthier, meaningful lives.
Responsibilities Job Description
Maintain current assessment and documentation of client’s health status
- Performs initial and on-going assessments per the applicable Minnesota home care regulations and Nurse Practice Act. Ensures RN Assessment is completed upon admission at least once per year and when there is a change in health condition.
- Works with client and/or responsible party through collaboration, education and timely communication to ensure appropriate service and placement.
- Assures that clients have up-to-date service agreements and care plans. Implements service agreements with new tenant/residents. Reviews and updates service agreements at least once per year and more frequently when there is a change in service needs.
- 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 computerized documentation system.
- Communicates changes in client’s conditions to medical and other relevant individuals.
Coordinates client health services
- Facilitates coordination of services with internal and external providers.
- Assures that all physician orders are signed and implemented per the applicable Minnesota home care regulations.
- Works with client and/or representative(s) to assure delivery of appropriate services and funding.
Leads and supervises medication and treatment administration
- Assures medications and supplies are ordered in a timely manner.
- Assures medication and treatment practitioner orders are obtained upon admission at least annually and as necessary when there is change in medication and/or treatment. Minnesota home care regulations will be followed in obtaining and implementing practitioner orders.
- Assures that all medication administration procedures are correctly followed. 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.
Support DHS to act as RN on call during scheduled times
- Answers calls and gathers information related to assisted living community client’s health and safety.
- Takes action as appropriate to the situation.
- Work 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.
Qualifications
Required:
- Current MN RN license or by start date
- AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuers
- 1-3 years experience
- Proficiency in basic Microsoft applications and Electronic Health Record computer documentation software
- 3-5 years experience
- Prior supervisory experience in home care or assisted living environment
Benefit Overview
Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
Salary : $40 - $56
