Inventory Clerk, Full Time, Temp 600 hours

• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Perform and oversee supply check in at time of delivery and verify goods received against the purchase orders. Dates, times and vendors of supply deliveries can change
• When checking supplies, ensure orders are correct, process shipping errors and/or return damage merchandise
• Put supplies away in general supply room, break boxes down and take out the garbage
• Check inventory and distribute nursing supplies to all avenue clean utility rooms
• Stock juice cups and med pass pudding to all avenue kitchens
• Check supply levels for disinfectant and sanitizers in all whirlpool tubs and notify the DON if inadequate
• Ensures all supplies are stored according to state and federal regulations
• Responsible to deliver supplies to all avenues on Monday, Wednesday and Friday or as necessary
• Stock over the counter medications in clinic and deliver to the avenues as requested by nurses
• Place orders for supplies to vendors on appropriate days via computer
• Continuously evaluate inventory levels and monitor supply levels. Work with DON to analyze supply usage and determine target inventory levels
• Be sure vendors provide SDS sheets for all new nursing products in accordance with OSHA and forward to administrator
• Rotate stock utilizing first in first out and check for expired supplies and OTC medications
• Maintain storeroom in neat, orderly and safe condition
• Clean used equipment bag and store properly in storeroom
• Check oxygen room for proper storage of oxygen tanks to ensure tanks are properly stored at all times while also separating full from empty tanks
• Escort oxygen provider to the oxygen room
• Participate with oxygen inventory as directed
• Communicate with Med B provider and order those items that are covered
• Assure all purchase orders and invoices are forwarded to accounts payable in a timely manner
• Provide relief for nursing scheduler or as directed
• Helps in main dining room serving lunch
• Complete required Relias training as assigned and on time
• Other duties as assigned
• MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
• Handle equipment and supplies in a safe manner.
• Report any unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisory staff
• Become fully informed of the Wanderguard System used for resident safety.
• Report any injuries incurred by residents to the unit nurse immediately.
• Follow established policies and procedures, including appropriate dress, etc.
• Respond to fire, accident and disasters as instructed and trained.
• Follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be a minimum of 18 years of age.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be able to work harmoniously with other facility staff.
• Must possess patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm.
• Must be able to relate information concerning order status, product information and/or needs, etc.

Ability to:

• (With or without the aid of mechanical devices)
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so the requirements of the positions can be met.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, volunteers and support services.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.