Hsnu-registered nurse-lander | Lander, WY

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  • Location: Lander, WY

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Human Resource Contact: Tammy/ 307-335-xyz X / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. Provide continuous care of residents through backssing, evaluating, and implementing processes to assure appropriate resident care and outcomes. Work with other disciplines, such as residential, therapists, dietary, and behavior analysts.

Serve as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Provide support and nursing interventions during resident behavioral episodes, as necessary. Accurately prepare and administer medications and treatments as ordered by the medical providers.

Prepare meals via G/J tubes and/or assist with meals. Give injections and IVs. Provide pre and post-operative care. Triage calls from staff and handle concerns and emergencies. Communicate with medical providers and follow through on orders as appropriate. Review lab values and consult reports. Monitor seizures and weights. Provide formal backssments, documentation, and progress notes. Complete or assist with resident ADLs. Coordinate and schedule

appointments, consultations, surgeries, and procedures. Participate in team meetings.

Arrange for and conduct nursing clinics and classes. Teach individuals and groups about health promotion and disease prevention. Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of laws, principles, practices, and techniques of professional nursing. Knowledge of ICF and SNF regulations, the Nurse Practice Act, and state and facility policies and procedures Knowledge of maintaining medical records, charts, reports, and observations. Knowledge of principles of nursing process and scientific process. Knowledge of public healthcare functions and essential services.

Ability to develop a nursing diagnosis, plans of care and assume responsibility for own actions. Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and behavioral interventions. Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors. Ability to communicate effectively, positively, and effectively with residents, staff, families, guardians, and the public. Skills in good customer service practices. Skills in time management and computer usage. Must be certified in BLS or have the ability to obtain BLS certification upon employment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Nursing) Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Nursing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an LPN Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Wyoming Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to: Safely move (twisting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling), position and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.

Ability to monitor sounds, noises, locations of clients, etc. to ensure safety and backss imminent danger and emerging concerns. Ability to perform C. P. R. First Aid, Crisis Management, and utilize proper infection control practices. Work evenings, nights, and /or weekends when the situation requires it. NOTES: FLSA: Non-Exempt The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants. A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, Department of Family Services, and the F. B. I. for every successful applicant. Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.

Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists. The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, deferred compensation program, and longevity pay. Supplemental Information 048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming Life Resource Center Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. For more details: jobs-search. org/advertising_lander-c451816/job_i1959976382

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