Assessment Nurse

Winona Health; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 50,971 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Income Protection

Retirement Planning (403(b)

Work/Life Balance

Education & Development

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Winona Health in Minnesota seeks an Assessment Nurse to support long-term care residents by coordinating MDS-related assessments, care plans, and interdisciplinary collaboration at Lake Winona Manor.

Responsibilities include admission and quarterly assessments, risk evaluation, care plan execution, and staff guidance while maintaining compliance with nursing standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Minnesota RN license active.

Responsibilities

• Perform admission, quarterly, and other MDS-related assessments per Minnesota rules.
• Evaluate residents to identify risks and develop individualized care plans.
• Support LEAN-based improvements and ensure plan of care adherence.
• Provide guidance to staff and supervise care within licensure level.
• Participate in audits and ensure timely documentation of care.

Skills

2 years of RN experience

CPR certification

Education

MN RN license

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $36.33 USD to $53.03 USD

Description

Position Overview:

The Assessment Nurse supports long-term care residents by facilitating appropriate assessment, evaluation and action needed to improve quality of care according to evidenced-based practices. This individual identifies risks and incorporates appropriate approaches, documentation and monitors of processes and care. The Assessment Nurse works closely with teams on each unit of Lake Winona Manor as a mentor and facilitator for the delivery and execution of the care plan process.

• Performs thorough and timely admission, quarterly, and other MDS-related assessments as required by the State of Minnesota.
• Evaluate the resident holistically to identify risks, strengths, and needs and collaborates to develop individual care plans especially on admission and during the care of wounds and infections.
• Participates as a member of the Quality Assurance and Improvement Committee and uses LEAN Methodology to make improvements daily within the department.
• Ensures the plan of care is visible and adhered to by the interdisciplinary team. Conducts audits on care plan adherence
• Ensures documentation for ongoing and acute issues is appropriate, complete, and timely.
• Provides support and guidance to staff in the identification of significant changes in resident needs and services.
• Identifies gaps and supports needed to support successful discharges for short-term residents.
• Understand the Nursing Practice Process including assessment, implementation, planning, and evaluation of resident care. Keeps current on nursing theory, research, medications, and legal issues related to resident-based services.
• Assists with other nursing duties and performance improvement projects as assigned (i.e. vaccine administration, Covid-19 outbreak testing, Kaizens/CIP event teams).
• Provides care and supervision of caregivers and residents at the level of licensure.
• Provides nursing services to residents in accordance with facility policy and professional standards of care.

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• 2 years of RN experience
• CPR certification
• MN RN license

Preferred:

• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and EMR (Electronic Medical Records)
• Non-violent crisis intervention and crucial conversation training to be completed within the first year of employment.

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers and position reclassifications.

Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer:

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

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