Nurse (RN or LPN)

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to residents.

• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in residents' conditions.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Record residents' medical information.
• Modify resident's care plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
• Direct or supervise LPN/CNA/RA staff or supervise a particular unit.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate residents care plans.
• Perform physical assessments, notify physician as indicated and follow medical directives.
• Follow facility infection control programs, advising or consulting with specified personnel about necessary precautions.
• Address residents needs and determine how to assist them.
• Administer prescribed medications as ordered by physician(s) or in response to emergency situations, per medical directives. Record times, amounts, and summaries on resident chart.
• Observe residents, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and acute change of conditions and take appropriate action.
• Record all medical, Medicare and medication data accurately and report changes in condition or errors and omissions to ensure records are accurate.
• Assist in the development and implementation of skilled and restorative nursing care measures and plan of care.
• Ensure compliance with infection control pragmas, advising or consulting with specified personnel regarding necessary precautions.
• Assist in the development, monitoring and updating of individualized care plans.
• Facilitate transfers to hospitals or triage centers.
• Perform medical procedures such as IV/Saline locks, lab specimen collection (urine, stool), glucose, INR monitor, bladder scan, suction. Ensure procedures are continued as indicated in medical orders.
• PFV/VOW: Admits residents to Assisted Living. Coordinate with resident aides, residents, and resident families for resident intake.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and training opportunities in order to keep informed on current information and skill development.
• Follow established policies and procedures including but not limited to: Presbyterian Villages policies and procedures; Safety policies and procedures; Federal, state and local regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Associate's Degree or Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.

Experience:

• Six months to one year geriatric experience preferred.

Computer Skills:

• Must have ability to operate a computer.
• EMR experience preferred.

Certificates & Licenses:

• Current registration and licensure from the State of Michigan.
• Current CPR/First Aid certifications.

Other Requirements:

• Availability to work holidays, evenings, or weekends.
• Nurse will be on-call to answer concerns from staff and being available to come on-site using judgment to determine when necessary.

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan (PVM) will be celebrating its 80th Anniversary in 2025 and has long been recognized as a premier provider of senior living and services. A nonprofit, faith-based organization and recognized leader in the aging field, PVM has many locations, which include independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and stay and play services, throughout Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Recognized as an innovative leader, PVM was an early adopter of home and community based services. The organization’s goal has always been to deliver an environment that transforms senior living and services, while enhancing the communities it serves. PVM is also a leader in helping enrich the lives of those who prefer to remain in their own homes through a variety of home and community based services. PVM is a co-sponsor of two regional Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), one in Southeast Michigan and the second in Central Michigan. Combined, these programs serve an additional 1,000 individuals through coordinated care resources that address their medical, social, and physical needs. In many senior living locations, service coordinators are available to assist residents with accessing services and planning assistance.