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RN- Assistant Director Of Health Services

Ebenezer

Posted on: 27 Mar 2024

Job Location: Minneapolis, US

Job Description:

Overview:

The Assistant Director of Health Services is a Registered Nurse (RN) who is responsible for ensuring that the safety and health needs of the Assisted Living and Memory Care residents are met, while providing staff leadership duties for our senior living community Vernon Terrace of Edina, located in Edina, MN. Position is supported by a team of nursing staff, Director of Health RN, triage RN, and Resident Assistant/caregivers (whom are trained to pass medications). Leadership Nursing position schedule includes;

This Nursing schedule includes;

80 hours per two week pay period
Day Shift
Full Benefits (paid time off, medical, dental, college tuition reimbursement, matching retirement monies, wellness)
RN student loan repayment options, up to $10,000

Managed by Ebenezer Senior Living, whom is proud be voted 2022 StarTribune Top Work Place, and has received this honor thirteen 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.

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:

Associates RN Degree
Current MN RN licensure
One to three years previous related experience

BLS is required upon hire and/or new hire must show proof that they are currently enrolled in a BLS class to renew or obtain their certification. BLS certification must be obtained within three-weeks of hire date and before nurse can perform independent practice.

Preferred:

BSN
Case Management experience preferred

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