Requisition ID: 8776

Location: PLC Villa Franciscan

Location Address:
210 North Springfield Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435 United States (US)

Daily Hours: 8
Standard Hours: 40
Employment Status: Full-time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift: Day
FLSA: N

SUMMARY

The Admitting Nurse manages the patient/resident admission process (including assessment, documentation, and initial plan of care. Orients patient/family to organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes initial history and assessment tools including but not limited to the nursing admission

assessments elopement risk assessment, side rail assessment, pressure ulcer risk assessment, fall risk

assessment, pain assessment, restraint assessment, bowel and bladder assessment; self-administration of medications.

Develops and implements an interim plan of nursing care.

Supervises LPNs, nursing assistants and health service aides in the provision of patient/resident care.

Accurately transcribes and implements authorized healthcare professional's orders, including but not limited to reconciliation and ordering of medications, supplies, treatments, and diagnostics. Communicates report and further follow-up required to next nurse assigned to care for patient/resident prior to leaving shift.

Documents accurate ICD-9 diagnoses/procedures in admissions module of computer system.

Advocates for patients/patient/residents. Provides and documents patient/resident/family orientation and education.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Knowledge of nursing regulations governing long-term care.

Computer Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Current license as RN in the state of Illinois/Indiana in good standing with the Department of Professional Regulations. Certification in CPR.

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Business Unit: PLC Senior Services

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability