Registered Nurse (RN) Healthcare Coordinator

About the Role

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide healthcare coordination and direct intervention for individuals in our Crisis Support Home program and assist Benchmark's mobile crisis teams. The RN will provide training and clinical oversight for unlicensed staff to meet the healthcare needs of individuals served, as well as clinical oversight of program LPNs, as applicable. Must be willing to travel between 2 homes in Naylor and Douglas, GA.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of everyone—those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees and believe we are stronger, better, and more effective when we are diverse, equitable, and create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare and wellness coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
• Function as liaison and advocate for individuals’ healthcare, wellbeing, and inclusion.
• Train unlicensed staff on medication supervision of self-administration, delegated tasks, treatment protocols, and monitoring.
• Implement and train employees on new and revised health-related policies and procedures in a timely manner as directed.
• Oversee pharmacy and medication needs.
• Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments.
• Obtain and maintain HRST rater certification.
• Support individuals in obtaining health services appropriate for their needs.
• Oversee that the health status and physical conditions of individuals are assessed, monitored, reported, documented, and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Respond to emergency medical situations in a timely manner, as appropriate.
• Participate in and attend assigned medical individuals’ appointments (as directed).
• Develop and update individual-specific plans of care and health care plans to ensure appropriate medical care and supervision for assigned individuals.
• Manage transitions of care to and from hospital, nursing home, rehab facility, and/or other agency.
• Mandatory reporter of any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to the supervisor or Director.

Requirements

• RN with current Georgia license.
• Experience in IDD/Mental Health nursing is preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and/or mental illness.
• Valid Driver’s License, with no driving limitations.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance & short-term disability
• Mileage reimbursement
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Profit sharing
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Advancement opportunities