RN Compliance Director

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Management

• Adheres to and conveys philosophy of supporting dignity, privacy, independence, choice, individuality and a home-like environment for the Residents.

• Maintains regulatory compliance requested by management and submits reports as required

• Ensures compliance of resident and staff Mantoux tests.

• Audits clinical records and reports concern RVPO and/or COO

• Works closely with Wellness Directors and RVPO’s to identify regulatory compliance; follows up as needed and communicates same appropriately.

• Coordinates ancillary services for complex health care needs with the Wellness Director as assigned.

• Observes all work, safety and administrative rules.

• Adheres to all established policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to procedures for fire, life safety, disaster, security, work safety and other emergency situations.

• Plans, analyzes and evaluates the needs of residents and reports needs appropriately

• Assures infection control procedures are known/followed by staff.

B. Administrative

• Reads staff communications and maintains familiarity with other resident records as required.

• Assures accurate transcription of physician orders into treatment/medical record.

• Conducts quality assurance checks and verifies regulatory compliance issues are identified and rectified

• Reviews resident service records, treatments, and medication books to assure quality of care.

• Verifies physician orders, move in / move out information and initiates appropriate action/follow up.

• Reviews the ordering of medications from pharmacy to ensure compliance with policies.

• Develops clinical policies and procedures with the coordination of RVPO, RWD and COO and implements effectively.

• Assures proper records are maintained.

• Tracks incident junction and assists RVPO and RWD to develop programs to minimize risk.

• Oversees companies clinical practices are in regulatory compliance and use of best practices that are recommended.

• Assists Administrators and Wellness Directors with state reporting and meeting guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Works with Administrators and Wellness Directors to correct issues identified in audits of records by completing assessments, incident reports, documentation, etc.

C. Staff Development

• Identifies resident and staff training needs.

• Conducts training as assigned and mandated by regulatory requirements.

• Attends seminars to stay up to date on changes in requirements and best practices and relay pertinent information to the COO for policy revisions and employee training.

D. Resident Services

• Verifies that nursing assessment(s) and individual service plans of residents are completed by Wellness Director and Administrative staff accurately and timely.

• Evaluates health emergencies and determines emergency medical measures taken regarding resident care.

• Assists Administrators and Wellness Directors in completing negotiated risk agreements as deemed appropriate

• Conducts assessments, negotiates service plans, develops service schedules and updates service information as indicated by Resident need. Addresses physical, social, spiritual and psychological needs of residents.

• Ensures Residents are appropriately assessed on a timely basis and charged in accordance with that assessment

• Assures quality of Resident services

• Assures a high degree of customer satisfaction. Works with Wellness Directors to promptly investigate complaints and reports findings and appropriate recommendations to the Administrator. Ensures follow-up communication occurs to the complainant and that substantiated complaints are resolved to reasonable satisfaction of complainant.

• Ensures compliance with all rules and regulations related to Resident care (i.e. HIPAA, State Regulations, OSHA, etc.)

• Maintains a professional demeanor with all Residents and their loved ones.

• Evaluates health emergencies and determines emergency medical measures taken regarding resident care.

• Completes requested forms to ensure continuity of care.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to adhere to assisted living principles in providing services.

• Ability/willingness to perform all position responsibilities adequately.

• Ability to demonstrate effective training skills.

• Ability to utilize and apply basic management principles.

• Ability to recognize and communicate problems effectively.

• Ability to relate to the public, Residents, families, Employees and other professionals appropriately.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and provide information as requested and required.

• Ability to communicate proficiently in English, verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work flexible hours and days (including holidays, weekends) to meet the requirements of the job.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, 30 pounds regularly.

• Maintains car in good working order, current driver’s license in good standing and auto insurance meeting company minimums is current.

• Maintains nursing license in good standing

• Maintains regulatory training requirements to work in licensed community

• Is free of non-treated communicable disease.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks in a neat, thorough and timely manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Available to travel 50%-60% within the state of WI

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Registered Nurse with a minimum of at least one year in long-term care setting, home health or geriatric nursing in a similar position. Knowledge of Wisconsin CBRF and RCAC regulations (DHS 83 and DHS 89). Rehabilitation and restorative experience are helpful.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; current Registered Nursing License in the state in which you are employed. Attendance at mandatory in-service training. Meet continuing education requirements on job classification and position.