Job Details
Licensed Practical Nurse
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| Type: | Tribal |
| Salary Range: | $0 to $0 / Per Year |
| Open Period: | 3/5/2019 to 7/31/2019 |
| Summary: |
For further information and how to apply, contact directly:
Kamie Mandoka
Job Placement Specialist
For Tribal Operations
Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan
Phone: 989-775-5247
Fax: 989-775-5601
Email: KMandoka@sagchip.org Under the supervision of Resident Care Manager, provide care for resident who can no longer live independently. Supervise, monitor and assist the resident's ADL's (Activities of Daily Living) and ensure the residents' health and well-being. Perform administration and supervision of medication or personal care services. Oversee the daily activities performed by the Certified Aides and the Resident Service Aides. All Andahwod staff must adhere to mandated reporting laws. |
| Duties: | • Provide supervision to assigned staff and monitor the care provided by staff. • Maintain knowledge of general health status of all residents of the facility. Monitor vital signs. • Perform general assessment of residents as necessary. • Respond to emergency calls and needs of the resident; provide direct care as necessary. • Assist in transferring residents with mobility limitations in and out of bed, chairs, and wheelchairs; assist resident with transfers to bathroom. • Perform administrative duties such as completing health status forms, reports, and other documents as necessary. • Complete accident/incident reports as necessary; forward to Resident Care Manager. • Report to Resident Care Manager any changes in resident health status. • Respond to any concerns or complaints expressed by residents and/or staff and report to Resident Care Manager. • Give and receive report at the start and end of each scheduled shift. • Provide assistance and administration of resident medications and treatments according to the resident service plan. • Ensure residents receive their medication on time. • Count and record necessary medications with staff at the beginning and end of each shift. • Communicate with pharmacy and reorder resident medications in a timely manner. • Utilize Electronic Health Records to communicate with primary care providers. • Perform tests such as obtaining urine specimen, International Normalized Ratio, and simple blood glucose monitoring as ordered by provider. • Assist residents in getting ready and to their appointments. |
| Qualifications: | Minimum Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED. • Licensed Practical Nurse. • One year long term care experience preferred. • Must be able to effectively communicate with residents and all members of the health care team and have good computer skills. • Must be able to pass background check to meet the employment eligibility requirements as they pertain to the position. License, Certification, or Special Requirements: • Successful completion of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurses. • State of Michigan Licensed Practical Nurse license. • Must be able to obtain BLS Certification within probationary period. • Must be able to obtain HIPAA certification within five business days from date of hire. • Native American preference shall apply to all positions. |
| Work Type: | Permanent, Full |
| Announcement #: | Licensed Practical Nurse, Mt. Pleasant 2019 |
| Who May Apply? | US Citizens |
Contact
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| Name: | Buckanaga, Tony |
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