Registered Nurse

About the role

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing nursing services, training, and support to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, substance abuse issues and/or emotional or behavioral challenges. Services are provided in a variety of locations and community-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Conducts the medical assessment of each individual referred to the program and collaborates with an Intake staff member to determine appropriate placement in the community
• Participates in the development and implementation of service plans and supervises, in conjunction with the physicians, the medical components of the plan
• Reviews documents and revises all nursing/nursing related care plans on a regular basis
• Maintains contact with primary care physicians and specialists, and, when directed, attends doctor visits with mentor and/or individual receiving services
• Promotes health and wellness for individuals and ensures nursing actions and steps are put in place for prevention
• Administers medications according to established guidelines
• Provides documentation for all medications given and reviews medication administration records for compliance
• Oversees the management of high-risk medical conditions and private duty nursing services
• Develops training flow charts specific to each individual receiving services, provides and documents medical skills training to clients, mentors, respite providers, staff, and where appropriate, the biological family
• Presents medical skills components at Pre-service Orientation
• Participates as an Individual Health Plan (IHP) or Plan of Care (POC) team member
• Evaluates the medical needs of each individual for initial IHP/POC, Ensures IHP/POC goals and objectives are medically indicated, and Generates ongoing health care protocols for the specific medical conditions outlined in the IHP/POC
• Provides consultation and technical assistance to staff and mentors regarding home care issues along with operation of durable medical equipment
• May be required to coordinate, organize and/or assist with household activities such as light housekeeping and meal preparation; transport individuals receiving services to planned and/or necessary activities and appointments
• Participates in on call system as needed
• May actively participate in IDT meetings, Human Rights Committee, Health and Safety Committee and Administration meetings
• Performs other related duties and activities as required

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited RN program
• One year experience working with medically complex individuals

Qualifications

• Current state RN License
• Current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance if providing transportation to individuals receiving services
• Current CPR/First Aid certification

Skills

• Ability to promote health and wellness
• Ability to administer medications according to established guidelines
• Ability to develop and implement service plans
• Ability to evaluate medical needs and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate standards

Benefits

• Full benefits package

Pay

$35/hr. - $39/hr. based on experience

Schedule

FT and PT RN Nights

Benefits

• Retention Bonus $3000

Siesta Key Summary

Registered Nurse responsibilities include conducting medical assessments, developing and implementing service plans, administering medications, and providing training and support to individuals with various medical or psychiatric needs. The position also involves maintaining contact with healthcare professionals, promoting health and wellness, and participating in various committees and meetings.

Physical Requirements

Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Other Requirements

Travel as needed

Care Provider Background Screening

Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Sevita

We are a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.