Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

The Community RN will support the CHS mission by promoting the physical and mental health of individuals through application of nursing processes, and by ensuring qualified staff through the delivery of Level 1 Medication Administration and CPR/First Aid instruction.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the physical and mental health of individuals served by coordinating and monitoring medical services, including health and medication services, in accordance with regulatory requirements and individual needs.
• Provides at least 1.25 hours of service to each individual supported each month.
• Participates in the admission of new individuals to assigned programs.
• Clarifies medical information and advocates for individuals during hospital admissions and/or discharges, including communication with healthcare providers or pharmacists.
• Conducts full health assessments (including skin assessments) within 7 days of discharge from hospitalization or ER visits.
• Coordinates ongoing care with clinics, external healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies.
• Reviews and teaches health and nutrition per individual needs.
• Conducts Professional Assessment and Monitoring services as authorized.
• Promotes individual empowerment and self-care activities, including self-medication.
• Participates in on-call rotations with other community nursing staff.
• Ensures medically qualified staff by providing nursing delegations related to medical diagnoses, allergies, medication, diet, and special emergency plans.
• Becomes certified to instruct Level 1 Medication Administration and CPR/First Aid training.
• Develops instruction methods and selects teaching aids for training.
• Conducts in-person, recorded, or virtual training using diverse instructional methods.
• Supervises Community Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) services as required.
• Communicates complex medical information to individuals served, staff, and stakeholders by developing plans to meet medical needs.
• Completes medical sections of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) addressing health-related concerns.
• Participates in departmental and staff meetings to ensure alignment and knowledge transfer.
• Supports regulatory compliance by documenting services according to agency policy and Medicaid/DMH requirements.
• Conducts regular reviews of medication administration documents.
• Ensures timely completion of CIMOR and APTS 2 referrals.
• Inputs and updates information in the state HRST system monthly.
• Maintains current knowledge of company policies and procedures, licensing, and certifications.
• Protects confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines.
• Participates in continuing education to remain current with best practices.
• Acts as a local medical advisor in infectious disease control or health crises.
• Promotes a positive work culture by supporting other community nurses and maintaining a team spirit.
• Accepts special assignments or duties when requested.
• Respects the rights of individuals served and advocates on their behalf.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current State License or Compact State License as a Registered Nurse.
• Must obtain and maintain Professional CPR certification.
• Must obtain and maintain DHSS Approved Instructor certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle.
• Reliable form of communication (smartphone).

Skills

• Accountability
• Attention to detail
• Effective written communication
• Ethical behavior and decision making
• Initiative
• Leadership
• Medical knowledge and experience
• Organizational skills
• Positivity with a collaborative attitude
• Professional and courteous business communication
• Public speaking/Teaching/Training
• Stress management
• Supervision
• Time management with ability to meet deadlines
• Active listener
• Client focused
• Confident
• Creative
• Experienced with computers
• Person-centered
• Policy-supportive
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Result-oriented
• Self-starter
• Strategic
• Supportive of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility

Physical Requirements

• Ability and strength to position/lift/transfer greater than 50 lbs. regularly, including safely assisting an adult to the ground for CPR.
• Continuous ability to push and pull 100-125 lbs. of pressure for extended periods as required for CPR.
• Continuous ability to kneel on hard surfaces for extended periods for CPR.
• Type on a keyboard for long periods.
• Vision sufficient to read medication labels, dosing instruments, and computer screens.
• Drive distances of 200+ miles.

Schedule

Part Time I (0-19 hours per week). This is a hybrid remote position requiring travel to multiple department locations in Missouri, including Jefferson County. Caseload is subject to change at any time.

Benefits

CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. Click here to view our Benefits guide for more details.