Wellness Nurse

Description

The Garlands is hiring a Full-Time Wellness Nurse

for our Garlands HomeCare Team!

Principle Accountabilities for a Wellness Nurse: 

• Team-oriented individual who enjoys working collaboratively with others, creating a positive and uplifting environment, and communicating very effectively at all levels
• Able to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations
• Experience working in assisted living, home care or long-term care environment preferred.
• Licensed in the state of Illinois as a LPN or RN
• CPR certification.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently, as well as a team member, with a positive, pro-active attitude.
• Adaptable to change and new tasks.
• Follows all policies and procedures of The Garlands.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Coordinate annual flu clinics for Members.
• Set up and administer flu shots via flu clinics to Team Members.
• Administer TB Skin test for all new GOB Team Members and annual testing as needed.
• Check vitals for Members upon request within the center or home.
• Respond to all emergencies during hours nurse is present in the building i.e. falls, illnesses, first aid, injuries. Services are to include Members and Team Members.
• Perform wound care/dressing changes or special procedures (i.e. tube drainage) for Members within center or home.
• Administer medication for Members who request assistance i.e. eye/ear drops.
• Remove sutures and or replace bandages from Members upon request.
• Evaluate wounds and make referrals i.e. home health, physician, and emergency room.
• Arrange blood draw on Tuesday mornings and obtain MD via email/fax.
• Consult with family members regarding any medical issues or concerns as needed.
• Monitors technology and assures daily response to any unusual occurrences.