seattle, Washington
Registered Nurse (RN) Frail/Vulnerable population Job Opening in seattle, Washington - Registered Nurse (RN) Frail/Vulnerable population Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Summary: Provides for clients? well-being and independence by performing nursing duties; coordinating client care; consulting with team members and caregivers on client care issues Reports To: Program Manager FLSA Status: Non-exempt ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the job: 1. Addresses client health care needs by performing assessments, treatments and interventions (including footcare); consulting with caregivers, physicians and team on treatment; administering medications. Blood pressure, pulse, weight, temperature, heart and lung sounds, vital signs, diabetes checks, etc.; 2. Maintains continuity of care by documenting and communicating actions and information to meet WAC guidelines and/or Full Life Care policy; 3. Maintains continuity of care by communicating changes in client condition to team members; informing caregivers and physicians; documenting changes and service plan events; monitoring progress toward service goals and adjusting services as required; 4. Identifies client care requirements by establishing rapport with clients; completing assessments; interviewing clients, caregivers, physicians, team members and others; 5. Provides team with health care expertise by participating in team discussions; relaying health care information; consulting with team members on health-related client issues; 6. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with policies and procedures, universal precautions and other measures to prevent the spread of illness; adhering to medication administration and storage procedures; 7. Promotes client independence by establishing client goals; teaching clients and caregivers to understand condition, medications and self-care skills; answering questions; 8. Maintains nursing supplies inventory and placing orders as necessary; 9. Establishes a compassionate and respectful environment by practicing good communication skills; keeping client information confidential; conducting self in professional manner; 10. Trains new staff by giving basic overview of Full Life Care nursing services; demonstrating proper use of Personal Protective Equipment; MARGINAL FUNCTIONS of the job: 1. Complete projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor; 2. Actively participates in quarterly nursing meetings; 3. Administers annual PPD screens to staff, volunteers and clients; 4. Provides consultation to LPN staff as directed by Supervisor, the WAC for Adult Day Health, and the RCW for nursing Educational Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job: 1. Must be licensed in Washington state as a Registered Nurse and have one or more years of experience in a health or social services setting 2. Must have valid CPR certification and complete the HIV/AIDS information course. 3. Computer experience preferred. Physical Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job: 1. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and support clients? mobility Full Life Care is an equal opportunity employer (EEOC). seattle wa washington
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