ALH - Wellness Nurse - Autumn Village : Job Details

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 ScholarshipESSENTIAL 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 responsibilitiesPHYSICAL 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 publicOTHER 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