$10,000 Sign-On Bonus (paid in $1,250 quarterly increments)
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Must be able to work independently. Requires good communication and human relation skills to interact with residents, families and staff. Strong problem solving skills are necessary with the ability to collect, compare, sort and prioritize information to be used in the decision-making process for residents.
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Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Directs the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.
- Ensures that policies and procedures are followed and adhered to.
- Participates in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as assigned.
- Observes for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly.
- Transcribes physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written.
- Prepares and administers medications as per physicians’ orders and observes for adverse effects.
- Performs wound treatments as per physicians’ orders, observes for changes and documents accordingly.
- Schedules follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.
- Provides direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures.
- Performs rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties.
- Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met.
- Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary.
- Reports any incidents or unusual occurrences to the director of nursing and participates in the investigative process as needed.
- Ensures that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of needs.
- Initiates, reviews and updates care plans as required.
- Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
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Required Qualifications:
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Michigan
- Current CPR Certification
- Experience in long-term care preferred but not required
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Iron River Care Center is a privately owned, 69-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that has been successful in the senior care arena for nearly 50 years. Our mission is to provide the best health outcomes, highest levels of customer service and a culture that encourages personal growth and staff satisfaction. Our employees are dedicated, passionate and caring professionals who take great pride in their ability to serve our residents. Our team serves from the heart so that residents get the most out of every day.
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We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Iron River Care Center is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Iron River Care Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.
