Activity Director Jobs in Rhinelander, WI (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
Deadline: Open until filled
Contact: Jennifer Anderson, Human Resources Assistant-Adv., JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov , 715-256-3241
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
"Join our team and honor Wisconsin's veterans."
The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King (WVHK) is recruiting for multiple Nurse Clinician 2 (Registered Nurse), limited term employment (LTE) positions to join our dedicated Nursing team. The Home is a 24/7/365 long-term care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional healthcare services to elderly or disabled veterans and spouses of veterans. Our facility is on the picturesque shoreline of the Chain O'Lakes, off Highway 10, between Stevens Point and Appleton, Wisconsin.
This agency is committed to serving Wisconsin's veteran population. Our positions offer the satisfaction of serving those who have served us all.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, the Nurse Clinician 2 performs professional nursing work requiring a license as a Registered Nurse by the State of Wisconsin. The incumbent is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care to a mostly geriatric and/or disabled population at the Wisconsin Veterans Home (WVH) in King. The Nurse Clinician 2 provides direction to other staff in the provision and coordination of member care, and monitors care given by other health team members on a unit, floor, or in a building. All activities are performed in accordance with applicable standards of practice, facility policy and procedures, facility, and governmental rules and regulations.
A copy of the full job description is available to view.
Salary Information
Starting wage is $42.86 - $49.61 per hour, plus additional compensation for nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
Nurse Clinician 2 is in pay schedule-pay range 11-02. For current or eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at the time of hire.
This job does not offer employee benefits.
This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.
Job Details
These are flexible part-time positions with the option to pick up additional hours as desired with no required overtime. Shifts are available AM, PM, NOC, holidays and weekends. Candidate preferences gathered at time of interview.
LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.
Job duties require the ability to assist in patient mobility efforts, stand and/or walk up to 75% of eight-hour day to provide assessments, kneel, stoop, make visual observations, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, maintain hygiene, use special safety equipment, and wear protective clothing.
These requirements cover the major and essential functions of the position but are not necessarily representative of all duties which this position may be assigned to perform.
Due to the nature of the position, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment.
Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will

• have a current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin or a Nurse Licensure Compact state, or
• be eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin or Nurse Licensure Compact prior to hire.

Additional required and preferred training and/or experience that will be assessed later in the selection process are:

• Providing nursing care (e.g., assessing, and documenting patient status, clinical experience, providing direct and indirect patient care, administering medication and treatments, investigating, and solving problems, directing activities based on patient needs, etc.)
• Administration of medication and treatments
• Using electronic technology & applications (e.g., computer, email, word processing, internet, electronic charting systems, medication & treatment administration record etc.)
• Working collaboratively (e.g., establishing positive relationships, working on a team, interpersonal relationships, etc.)
• Organizing and prioritizing (e.g., time management, task importance, etc.)
• Leading (e.g., interdisciplinary healthcare teams, developing and implementing care plans, training individuals, correcting behaviors, assisting, and mentor staff, etc.); and/or
• Relevant setting (e.g., long-term care, geriatric, etc.)

Per Wisconsin Statute 230.26, Wisconsin residency is required for LTE appointments. The definition of Wisconsin residency for LTE employment can be found here .
How To Apply
To be eligible for consideration for this job, complete the online application process. Click the link to view instructions for Applying to State Service . You will be required to attach a resume. To ease the application process, upload your documents to WiscJobs prior to attaching them.
Your resume is an important part of your application. It will be used to determine if your experience fits the job. Click the link to view instructions on writing and what to include in your resume and letter .
NOTE: Applicants are not able to update or change their documents once their application is submitted. Make certain that your documents are how you want them to be before you finalize the application.
Regularly, applicant credentials will be verified, and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Failure to complete all steps of the on-line process, including submitting a resume or work history, will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered.
If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make sure your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.
Questions can be directed to Jeni Anderson at JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov or 715-256-3241.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Deadline to Apply
Application materials will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.