Graduation from an accredited nursing school with current registration.
Preferred one year of experience with developmentally disabled individuals.
Ability to assess and meet individual medical needs.
Basic computer skills required.
Responsibilities
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of patients' medical conditions.
Provide nursing care per physicians' orders and standards.
Supervise LPNs and ensure proper medication administration.
Conduct quarterly nursing assessments as per regulations.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and maintain accurate records.
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Tuition assistance
Full Job Description
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Tuition assistance
$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE
Shift Available: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Title: Registered Nurse
Reports To: Executive Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for providing nursing care in accordance with physicians' orders and recognized nursing
standards and according to Evergreen's policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintain a current knowledge of each individual(s) served medical condition.
Provide or ensure provision of nursing care in accordance with physicians' orders and recognized
nursing standards.
Provide supervision of LPNs.
Administer or ensure administration of medications and treatment as prescribed by physicians.
Conduct quarterly nursing physical assessments as defined by Title XIX regulations.
Participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings.
Maintain accurate and complete records of nursing observations and care.
Provide sex education training to individual(s) served.
Train staff to recognize, interpret, and report individual(s) served conditions.
Implement and monitor preventive health care services for individual(s) served and instruct clients in good health habits.
Assist physicians in diagnostic and therapeutic measures
Serve on committees as required.
Monitor and coordinate the services of physicians and medical providers to expedite medical services.
Conduct monthly trainings as required, such as medication aid and other medical courses.
Review and sign monthly Medication Administration Records for individual(s) served in community homes and the Supported Independent Living Program.
Audit medication administration to ensure the absence of medical errors or documentation errors.
Create and monitor a medication count sheet anytime a controlled substance is ordered.
Conduct training in homes and within other programs on interactions of various medications and their effectiveness on diagnosed illnesses.
Monitor OSHA Compliance and Infection Control, as well as monthly audits to include patterns of recurring injury or illnesses of staff or individual(s) served.
Review medical records, not limited to doctor's appointments, lab work, effectiveness of medical treatment, and medications.
Regular and punctual attendance.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/JOB KNOWLEDGE
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess and maintain current registration.
Prefer at least one (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled.
Must know how to determine and meet individual medical needs.
Basic computer skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent travel.
Constantly moves about to coordinate work.
Occasionally moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally provides assistance to individuals served, including lifting and positioning.
Frequently exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions to perform the essential functions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Will not supervise.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to meet the public in a manner that reflects creditably upon the organization, and must have the ability to deal with individual(s) served and staff in a manner that is conducive to harmony and their best efforts.
Must be adaptable and have the ability to make decisions.
May be required to attend seminars or job-related training courses.
Must have understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with individual(s) served, their families, or advocates, and other agencies involved in providing support for individual(s) served.
Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entities.
Must be able to prioritize work tasks.
Must be able to work without close personal supervision.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
Working knowledge of Google Workspace.
Aptitude to learn other software programs as required for this position.
EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES
Must have a good driving record that meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
Availability for evening and weekend work may be required based on operational needs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.
