Registered Nurse (RN)

Company: Ecumen
Location: Duluth
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Overview:
Registered Nurse (RN) - Casual/Flexible Schedule - Duluth, MN -Ecumen Lakeshore-The Fountains provides short-term rehab and post-hospital care for up to 60 patients in spacious, private rooms along the picturesque shore of Lake Superior. Nurses in the Fountains acquire a comprehensive skill set to include IV insertion and medication administration, lab draws, code response, complex wound care, advanced respiratory -care and restorative nursing care in collaboration with the therapy team to support each patient's journey to health. -Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. - -Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs. -

Responsibilities:
The role of the Registered Nurse (RN) is to ensure that the health and safety needs of all residents are met. The RN will also help ensure that the facility is in compliance with current regulations and standards of practice. Must be able to relate professionally with residents, staff and family members. -Essential job responsibilities include: -Completes initial assessment of potential residents. Implements service agreements with all residents upon move-in. - Completes reviews/revises service agreements as needed and/or required.Monitors and maintains each resident's medical record, ensures appropriate assessments are completed timely, documentation is appropriate and residents have current care plans in place.Ensures all physician orders are signed and implemented with-in 24 hours.Maintains and monitors medication administration program. Supervises medication practices and medical equipment being used in the building. Follows-up with physicians regarding medications and/or medical conditions.Assists supervisor in providing health and medication training to all new employees as well as continued education for all staff and documents such training to assure compliance with state, federal and local regulations.

Qualifications:
Registered NurseMinimum Required Qualifications:Graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing programMust be licensed as a Registered Nurse within the state in which working and must maintain licensureCurrent valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insuranceAbility to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formatsAbility to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations -Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeSenior care experienceProven leadership abilities

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Ecumen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). - All qualified applicants will receive -consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, disability, or status as a protected veteran. - - -Ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents, patients and staff is one of our highest priorities at Ecumen. To ensure we are complying with CMS guidelines, this position requires candidates to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit for an exemption request prior to starting employment.We participate in E-Verify.

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