Aggregate Registered Nurse 2

Job Overview\:The Montana Veterans’ Home is a Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans’ Administration certified facility that has been providing services to Veterans since 1896.Admission is for honorably discharged veterans who qualify for skilled/intermediate nursing care or domiciliary self-care living.Spouses of veterans may be admitted on a space-available basis.

This position provides nursing care to ensure veterans are safe and healthy. Other responsibilities include\: 1) Assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting nursing care for residents; 2) Administering prescribed medications and treatments; and 3) Providing guidance and assistance to LPNs and CNAs as necessary. 

Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities)\:

A.Resident Care(80%)

·Assesses, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for residents following accepted nursing standard practices.

·Completes residents' assessments as needed.

·Collaborates with healthcare providers to assess, initiate, implement, or evaluate resident care plans.

·Monitors, documents, and reports symptoms or changes in residents' health and well-being.

·Administers prescribed medications and treatments following professional standards andcontrolled substance regulations. 

·Responds to emergencies by contacting appropriate staff and initiates proper intervention.

·Provides individual counseling, and educates residents and family members about healthcare needs.

B.Interdisciplinary Team(15%)

·Establishes compassion environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to residents, families, and friends.

·Assures quality of care by adhering to professional standards and participating with the quality assurance program.

·Protects residents and employees by adhering to infection control and safety standards.

·Provides guidance and assistance to LPNs and CNAs as necessary.

C.Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

·Orients new residents and nursing staff.

·Submits requests for supplies or equipment.

·Coordinates staffing coverage to ensure residents needs are met.

·Provides immediate intervention with inadequate staff performance and refers information to supervisor.

Physical and Environmental Demands\:

Lift 50# rarely; Lift 15-20# frequently; *Reach forward and below frequently; *Push/Pull 60# occasionally; 10-20# occasionally.Dexterity for handling instruments and equipment. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors)\:

Required for the first day of work\:

·General knowledge of current professional standards and Montana nursing statues and rules.

·Knowledge of nursing, treatment planning, and medications.

·General knowledge of geriatric resident care.

·Effective time management and problem solving skills.

·Skills with diagnostic instruments such as glucometer, oxygen equipment, electrocardiography.

·Effective written and oral communication skills.

·Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and comply with protected health information.

·Ability to demonstrate compassion and patience.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)\:

·Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing.

·Current Montana RN License.

·Two years experience as an RN.

·At least one year geriatric nursing experience preferred.

·Other equivalent combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.