Nurse - LPN or RN

Position Summary

The function of the nurse is to promote optimum health and wellbeing of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group home and apartment settings. The nurse works as a health advocate and supports the individual and interdisciplinary team. The nurse assists direct care staff in meeting regulations & licensing required for 245D state and federal compliance.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor the health status of the individuals who have been assigned to your care.
• Report changing health conditions to appropriate team members.
• Triage health related concerns for individuals in a timely manner.
• Arrange appropriate medical and remedial services and incorporate recommendations into individuals’ Support Plans.
• Develop a health care plan and incorporate it into the Support Plan for ICF/DD programs.
• Teach and counsel the individuals we serve, family members and staff in the areas of health and disease and promoting self-responsibility and independence whenever possible.
• Facilitate training for the direct care workforce to help meet the needs of the people we support.
• Participate in the instruction of the staff in medical related orientation classes and annual continuing education needs.
• Attend and participate in regular staff meetings/in services deemed mandatory.
• Evaluate and coach DSPs on dietary needs for people supported.
• Respond promptly to calls on the nurse emergency cell phone on a rotating basis.
• Advocate for an awareness of the needs and changing lifestyles of the developmentally disabled persons in the community.
• Abide by HIPPA and PHI regulations.
• Participate in the periodic review of the Support Plan as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in infection control discussions and implementation across the organization.
• Implement all health service policies and procedures in compliance with the state and/or federal regulations.
• Assist with the development of individual/household health or medical related protocols and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with co-workers and administrative staff members.
• Serve as backup nursing support when “assigned” nurse is unavailable to assist within their assigned sites.
• Process paperwork promptly, accurately, and thoroughly with attention to detail.
• Utilize electronic records system for charting visits, treatments, and cares provided in a timely manner.

Benefits

• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance (30 hours and above)
• Dental Insurance (30 hours and above)
• Vision Insurance (20 hours and above)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Training
• Disability Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Savings Account
• Access to Employee Success Coach who assists employees within their first year of employment.