Outagamie County, WI - Registered Nurse - Casual Call BV

Salary:

$33. 61 - $37. 83 Hourly
Location :

Brewster Village, WI
Job Type:

Casual Call Non-Benefit Eligible
Job Number:
Department:

BV Nursing
Opening Date:

12/09/2024
Full Salary Range (Step 1):

$33. 61
Full Salary Range (Step 10):

$43. 85
Typical Work Hours/Shift::

As a Casual Call, you must make yourself available for at least three shifts per month. One of these shifts must be on a weekend. You are also required to work two holidays a year, one of which must be Christmas Eve/Day or New Year's Eve/Day.
Outagamie County Core Values
Invested in Serving
Better Together
Create Progress
Support Through Compassion
Position Purpose
Join the Premier Senior Living Community in the Fox Valley!
Brewster Village is looking for dedicated and compassionate caregivers who want to work in a team-based environment, where Person Directed Living is our top priority.
Reporting to the Neighborhood Coordinator/Nurse Specialist, the Registered Nurse- RN functions as an integral member of the household wellness team. They plan and support person-directed living according to physician orders, nursing orders, care plans and villager choice. Their focus is both on the medical and social needs of each villager maximizing quality of life.
RN's that work PM shift receive an additional $3 per hour (2:00pm-10:30pm). NOC Shift is paid an additional $2 per hour (10:00pm-6:30am). All weekend hours receive an additional $2 per hour.
Key Responsibilities
The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Provides person-directed care through planning, administering, and reviewing villager care via care plans, physician orders, nursing orders and villager choice.
Assesses villager's medical and social needs, organizes notes, gathers documents, and assists MD during acute care rounds.
Reports and documents change of condition according to policy.
Reports infections to Infection Control/Skin Care Coordinator, and sets up precautions as needed.
Performs specific supervisory functions of the Neighborhood Coordinator and Nurse Specialist as delegated. Supervises, directs and evaluates the performance of the Nursing Assistants.
Educates nursing team members and household team members as appropriate, regarding the implementation of policies and procedures.
Attends nurse meetings and neighborhood/ household meetings (i. e. , household council meetings, community circles, huddles) and care conferences.
Ensures that all households participate in Quality Improvement and that appropriate follow up is taken to assure quality outcomes, performs professional audits and observations to confirm the competency of all household team members. Participates on quality assurance/performance improvement committees as delegated.
Promotes empowerment of the team in providing person-directed living by providing leadership and vision to the household and serving as a role model. Participates in team problem solving, monitors team members performance and provides feedback through coaching and counseling.
Maintains a safe, comfortable and functional environment by assessing the household for potential hazards, implements practices utilizing appropriate techniques regarding sanitation, infection control, fire safety, disaster preparedness and emergency care, investigates and reports all incidents and accidents, and observes the team for safe work habits.
Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

Degree in Nursing.
Current State of WI Nursing License.
Must maintain current certification in adult CPR.
Required or Preferred Skills

Ability to make use of common medical and nursing equipment.
Ability to assign, supervise, and review the work of others.
Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including medical reports and charts, x- rays, lab reports, policy and procedure manuals, medical references, etc.
Ability to prepare a variety of documents including lab sheets, chart reviews, incident reports, care plans, etc.
Ability to use and interpret medical terminology.
Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, team members, pharmacy, villagers and their families/legal representatives, and others verbally, and in writing.
Ability to assure that federal, state and local laws as well as accepted professional standards and principles of professional organization, boards and councils are followed.
Ability to see person-directed living as an important component in providing villagers with a sense of health and well being.
Ability to understand the importance of modeling positive attitudes and behaviors.
It is required that any applicant and/or employee inform the facility immediately if their license is has been revoked, suspended and/or under investigation.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:
Outagamie County Diversity Statement:
Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES.
LEVELS OF BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND EMPLOYEE GROUP.
Medical Coverage
Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates.
Dental Coverage
Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage.
Vision Coverage
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