Registered Nurse (RN) - Assisted Living

Missouri Slope; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Slope in Bismarck, ND is seeking a dedicated Nursing Care Supervisor to oversee nursing care for tenants. The role includes supervising medication assistants and ensuring compliance with safety and care standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective communication with tenants and co-workers, have proficiency in electronic medical records, and possess a Registered Nurse license. Join us in providing exceptional care in a well-ventilated retirement community.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to read, write, understand and speak English.
• Must possess knowledge of assisted living regulations and guidelines.
• Aptitude for working with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of nursing care for tenants.
• Administer medications as ordered by physicians.
• Communicate changes in tenant conditions promptly.

Skills

English language proficiency

Knowledge of nursing processes

Electronic medical record proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse License

Job description

Primary Function

Assessment of the condition of tenants; coordination and supervision of care of the tenants;

Schedule

• As Needed | PRN

Responsible To

Nurse Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Must have the ability to read, write, understand and speak the English language to communicate effectively with the tenants, family members, and co‑workers and to complete required documentation in the medical record and established forms etc.
• Must be knowledgeable of standard nursing process and practice, as well as regulations and guidelines governing assisted living. Also, have an aptitude for working with an electronic medical record system.

Nursing Care Responsibilities

• Is responsible and in charge of all aspects of nursing care of the tenants
• Supervision and assistance with tenant transfers and deaths
• Administration of medications and treatments as ordered by physician and according to facility policy and procedure
• Communication with tenants and/or family members in a timely manner regarding any changes in condition
• Receiving or obtaining written orders from physicians utilizing the electronic medical record system
• Must be able to stand, walk, talk, and push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs up to and over two‑thirds of your assigned shift time and up to 50 lbs one‑third of your assigned time; will need to
• Stoop, kneel, crouch up to two‑thirds of assigned shift; also need to be able to reach with hands, arms, and grasps, fingers and handle frequently throughout the assigned shift
• Must have the visual acuity sufficient for reading
• Thermometers, gauges, calibration of syringes, written instruction, medication cards and labels, and documentation

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Responsible for the supervision and direction of medication assistants and CNAs, including their performance of tenant care and job duties
• Compliance with nursing, safety and facility policy and procedures and team work efforts
• Must be aware of, follows, supports the OSHAs Volunteer Protection Program (VVP), as well as Missouri Slopes Risk Management/Safety program and holds staff accountable to comply with all related policy and procedures
• Fosters and encourages cooperation of personnel between shifts and other departments in a positive manner to ensure the continuum of care

Leadership Responsibilities

• Participation in the problem solving process
• Demonstrates integrity, calm manner and respect for others in interactions with tenants, family members, co‑workers and the public
• Demonstrates responsible, flexible and dependable behavior in performing duty assignments and in attendance of scheduled shifts
• Demonstrates support of and compliance with tenant rights in all regards including confidentiality of tenant information and refrains from any action that would be considered abusive physically, emotionally or verbally and hold staff accountable to this standard also
• Demonstrates calm demeanor during critical times and flexibility with changes and procedures as the need arises
• Demonstrates Missouri Slopes customer service standards of excellence

Other Job Functions

Other duties as requested by Director of Assisted Living or Nurse Manager.

Working Conditions

A well‑lighted and well‑ventilated 64 apartment retirement community on 2 levels with carpeted or vinyl floors.