Job description

**$2,500 Sign - On Bonus**

Registered Nurse

Training

Provide ongoing training to medical and direct support staff on medical and health related matters as needed.

Teach, observe and evaluate students on Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) classes.

Provide ongoing evaluation of staff’s competence to perform delegated tasks, medication administration and implementation of healthcare protocols.

Participate in activities that contribute to the ongoing development of the profession’s body of knowledge.

Monitoring & Oversight

Visit people on site routinely and as needed to assess and determine medical needs and health.

Provide medical advice to staff in the event of a medical/medication question, treatment question, medical emergency or development of a serious new health problem to determine treatment outside during regular and after-hours as needed.

Attend the IP and/or IDT meetings as needed for persons supported.

Complete an annual medical case review.

Review vitals monthly for persons supported and notify appropriate staff and/or physicians of any concerns.

Health and Medical

Exercise informed judgment and use individual competence and qualifications as criteria in seeking consultation, accepting responsibilities, and delegating nursing activity to others.

Perform ear lavages, blood draws, flu shots and other nursing tasks as needed.

Develop and maintain all individualized healthcare, therapeutic and nutritional protocols in collaboration with health care providers.

Coordinate admissions and discharges to/from hospital or long-term care settings, or hospice with MVDS Team Members.

Coordinate and facilitate psychiatric services, including follow-up of medical recommendations, order changes, updating informed consents and obtaining dictation.

Monitor individuals taking psychotropic medication; conduct tardive dyskinesia screenings annually, monitor efficacy of medications and any possible side effects.

If needed, attend or coordinate medical appointments and any follow-up, such as medical treatments and recommendations. Monitor implementation of treatment and recommendations.

Obtain written orders from physicians and ensure they meet required standards. Obtain clarification on orders as needed and act as a resource to staff and families in carrying out orders.

Communication & Documentation

Serve as a liaison between medical professionals, pharmacies, alternative decisions makers, families, and staff to communicate needs related to health/medical issues of people supported as needed.

Regularly attend staff meetings at group homes or day program sites to discuss the healthcare needs of the individuals supported at that site with the direct support staff.

Thoroughly document all health/medical related issues/correspondence regarding people supported.

Review all written health related communication and follow up as needed to assure timely healthcare for all individuals.

Assist medical staff as needed to obtain and maintain complete healthcare records including medical occurrence forms, dictations, test results, labs, orders, and medical histories.

Ensure medical communication is respectful, clear, and informed.

Immediately report negative interactions or complaints to the Executive Director.

Administrative

Establish, review, and revise written procedures related to health care to assure compliance with Rules and Regulations from oversight agencies.

Coordinate prescription drug disposal in accordance with Department of Health regulations on a regular basis.

Administer pre-employment TB tests as needed.question, medical emergency or development of a serious new health problem to determine treatment.

Job Types: Part-time, Travel nursing, Per diem, Temporary

Pay: $72,800.00 - $93,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x10
• 4x12
• 5x8
• Monday to Friday
• Self-determined schedule
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees and individuals we serve are vaccinated against COVID-19. PPE required in each of our Residential Group Homes.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)
• RN License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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