Registered Nurse - Community

About the role

Registered Nurse is preferred, but with the right experience, we may consider an LPN.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes medical provider orders and obtains requested medical information pertaining to clients.
• Completes medication administration ensuring accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery, educating clients in management of side effects, and assist preauthorization of prescriptions/medications from pharmacy.
• Maintains accurate & timely documentation, according to established standards for nursing practice.
• Manages a caseload of clients receiving only medication services, when required.
• Maintains treatment planning and case reviews to determine medical treatment, including after-care plans for clients completing treatment.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, treatment planning sessions, case conferences, supervisory meetings, and clinical seminars, providing information relating to medical care of the client.
• Conducts case consultations with other agencies regarding programs and services offered, when requested.
• Ensures adequate laboratory supplies, medical equipment, and medications are available to meet service demands and replenishes stock on a timely basis.
• Administers pregnancy tests and drug screens on clients and documents results as needed.
• Monitors medical equipment and testing per CLIA standards.
• Conducts emergency evaluations of high-risk clients to determine level of treatment indicated and arranges for hospitalization, as needed.
• Provides supervision, as requested, to LPN, MA, and CNA team members.
• Manages the medical clinics to maximize efficiency and create a positive experience for clients