Summary
Implement and facilitate client plan of care. Communicates with other disciplines to provide direct oversight of client care.
Job Duties
The essential functions of this job are identified with an asterisk (*) at the end of the bullet point.
- Able to perform new client admission assessment accurately and complete within the 5 day guidelines. *
- Charting is clear and provides an accurate picture of the client. *
- Functions as a client advocate. *
- Makes referral to appropriate resources. Coordinates care between multiple/outside Care Teams. *
- Demonstrates effective client assessment and evaluation skills. *
- Functions as a positive role model in professional relationships and interactions. *
- Comments from MLHS employees, clients and families about positive attitude, professionalism etc. *
- Maintains 5 visits and documentation in an 8 hour day unless prior approved by manager/supervisor. *
- Practices infection control measures per standard. *
- Reports concerns of client safety to appropriate entity and provides necessary measures to promote safety. *
- Identifies needs and concern regarding safety and infection control. *
- Ensures cost effective client services. *
- Monitor and evaluate appropriate use of supplies. *
- Adheres to MLHS policies and practices including: *
- Demonstrates interest in and commitment to assuring service excellence.
- Demonstrates teamwork
- Exhibits a positive attitude.
- Participates in activities directed toward evaluating and improving service area functions.
- Maintains a good record of attendance and punctuality.
- Assumes responsibility for enhancing personal and professional development.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee will comply with all Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules. All will be expected to report unsafe conditions to a member of management.
Required Education and Experience
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a registered nurse with the State of Minnesota.
- Knowledge of Minnesota Nurse practice act and code of ethics.
- Previous experience desirable.
- Must successfully complete criminal background check as required by the State of Minnesota and Drug/alcohol screening per MLHS policy.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must have CPR/BLS certification.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Professional written and verbal communication
- Expertise with computer based data
- Customer/Client Focus
- Ethical Conduct
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
- Stress Management/Composure
- Teamwork Orientation
- Technical Capacity
- Thoroughness
- Time Management
- Quality and Safety focused
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This position is scheduled Monday through Friday eight hour day shifts with rotating call for weekends and holidays.
Supervisory Responsibility
Supervisory responsibilities will include oversight/management of licensed and non-licensed personnel in Home Care and Hospice.
Company Benefits Overview
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement, Discounts and Scholarships Programs
- Retirement Plans
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness Program
- Service and Pharmacy Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Holiday Pay