Registered Nurse

Roles and Responsibilities

• Complete initial nursing assessments and Discharge summaries for DD Waiver and ICF-IID
• Create and submit HCP, MERPS, CARMP, annually, following State Standards
• Initiate and complete Nursing portion of CARMP
• Train and delegate HCC on all Individual's HCP / MERPs and CARMPs
• Review and sign all appointment consultation forms. Communicate all follow ups to HCC
• Monthly Review and Oversight of MARS: Review, Update, and communicate with HCC all follow-ups with physicians' offices, and pharmacy. Complete Medication Review Form.
• Complete and update Therap Documentation, as appropriate, for Individuals receiving services, including, but not limited to: E-CHAT/E-CHAT Summary; MAAT; ARST; current ICD/DSM codes for medications and diagnoses.
• Review in Therap and communicate to HCC ALL: Medication Changes, Appointments Needs, Health Tracking and Vitals Needed
• Medical concerns documented in T-logs or ISP Data
• Provide follow-up regarding GERs that involve Individual's health and medical issues, including the use of ER, urgent care, and/or EMT services; injuries; medication errors.
• Attend Individual's / Great Livin meetings as needed, to address health and medical needs, including, but not limited to:
  • ISP/IDT meetings
  • Management Team meetings
  • Basic Assurances
  • HRC
  • Dr. appointments, audits, etc.
• Correspond with Teams, medical providers and/or other agencies to address Individual's health and medical issues/concerns.
• Participate in Pharmacy reviews for services provided by Great Livin as needed
• Implement training and oversight of CMA's through GL's CMA program and supervise after receiving CMA certificate.

Knowledge and Skills

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Profound written skills and should have proficiency in handling computer programs used in Great Livin's health services management.
• Knowledge of agency positions and responsibilities, and who to go to with specific questions and, or concerns.
• Must be of good integrity and possess adequate physical, mental, and emotional stability so as to meet job duties in a safe and responsible manner.
• A general understanding of the New Mexico ICF-IDD Standards and a working knowledge of Board of Nursing regulations and requirements as they pertain to Great Livin's CMA education program and CMA services.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, good leadership skills, and proceed with objectives without hands-on supervision.
• Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
• Willing to work the hours necessary to meet the needs of the individuals with whom you work.

Physical Work Requirements

• Lifting
• Strong Odors
• Verbal Aggression
• Airborne Particles
• Travel Related
• Equipment Operations
• Noise
• Possible Eye Irritants
• Small/Cramped Workspaces
• Eye Strain
• Physical Aggression
• Medium/High Temperature Work Areas

Special Requirements

• Valid New Mexico Driver's License.
• Valid Auto Liability Insurance.
• Professional Liability Insurance with limits of $1,000,000 (each claim) and $3,000,000 aggregate.
• Pass required background checks.
• New Mexico Professional License

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program and meet the requirements outlined by the State of New Mexico.
• Has obtained a valid Nursing License in New Mexico.