Nursing Intern- Helping to keep Elderly healthy at our Adult Day Center!
ORGANIZATION: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Inc
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Under general supervision of the Director of the Adult Day Services and Registered Nurse, the Nursing Intern will gain experience working with clients that may have suffered from: a stroke, arthritis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, as well as developmental disabilities. In this position, the intern will assist the RN with nursing procedures and patient care tasks as well as provide individualized medical care and attention to ADC clients. Interns will also be able to interact with clients by assisting or leading activities, as needed.
Essential Functions
- Assist clients with personal and medical care within limits of Adult Day Services Program, such as: assisting clients to and in the bathroom, and giving baths, when necessary
- Provide individualized attention to clients that might benefit from special care or attention
- In collaboration with the Adult Day Center’s Registered Nurse, the intern will assist in performing Initial Wellness Exams and follow up assessments for clients
- Help with adaptive aids and other equipment
- Respond appropriately to medical and safety emergencies
- Support staff in client activities, and lead activities, as needed
- Assist staff in supporting clients during arrival, lunch, snacks, and departure, as needed
- Weekly Check-Ins with Director of Adult Day Services
Additional Qualifications
- Physical ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds required
- Physical ability to bend, climb, kneel, lift, and reach required
Education and/or Experience
- Pursuing a degree in Nursing or related field
- CNA License required
- Experience with Elderly and Adults with Disabilities is a plus, many of our clients have suffered from a stroke, arthritis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, as well as developmental disabilities
Help us as we help this wonderful population of elders!
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About Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Inc
Location:
2021 N 60th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208, US
Mission Statement
Catholic Charities serves people of all faiths and backgrounds throughout the ten counties of Southeastern Wisconsin. Inspired by Christ's call to serve, our mission is to provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same. Our vision is to improve the lives of those we serve, to empower the most vulnerable, and to help reduce poverty through quality, compassionate, and effective human services.
Description
Catholic Charities mission to "provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same" has been the core of our work since 1920. We measurably improve the lives of the poor in our communities and empower them to reach their full potential. When we accomplish this, lives are transformed and the benefits to the community can be exponential starting by improving the quality of life one person at a time.
With an outpouring of support from the community, we are able to help the poorest among us. We help people of all faiths, ages and cultures improve their ability to be self-sufficient, raise a family in more stable and healthy homes, escape violence, cope with emotional and behavioral challenges, and overcome barriers to a better life.Our Programs and Services:
We provide services to our neighbors in all 10 counties of Southeastern Wisconsin.
- Adult Day Services
- In-home Support
- Hoarding Intervention & Treatment
- Outreach & Case Management
- Community Counseling
- Adoption Services
- Pregnancy & Parenting Support
- Supported Parenting
- Refugee & Immigration Services
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Catholic Charities Adult Day Center1919 N. 60th St.Milwaukee, WI 53208
DATE POSTED
April 18, 2017
SKILLS
- EMT
- Elder care
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Nursing
- Physician Assistant
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- At least one school semester