Registered Nurse (RN) - Chimes Virginia at Chimes

Join Chimes – and go further to help others go far!  Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.

Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Position Type: Full-Time Salaried

Location: Fairfax, VA (onsite)

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires On-Call Support, as well as travel to the various houses within the Chimes VA network.

Primary Function(s): 

• Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and in accordance with agency
• Works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co -workers,
  individuals served, community professionals, customers, vendors and the public.
• Complies with the Virginia State Board of Nursing Practice Act.
• Completes a nursing ELP and establishes goals and objectives to address and meet the health
  care needs of each individual served upon admission and updated as needed.
• Monitors the health status of each individual served every 30 days in accordance with the
  standards of DBHDS.
• Within any Chimes Virginia contracted program assumes responsibility for screening program
  participants, rendering treatment, and determining the need for follow -up care.
• Checks physician orders against MAR.
• Provides hospitalization follow -up and post -hospitalization assessments, staff education, and
  care plan revision if warranted. Ensures follow -up is completed.
• Provides ongoing staff training as it relates to nursing/medical issues.
• Maintains required certifications that are necessary for compliance with training requirements.
• Administers the provision of medical and nursing services which are outside the scope of
  unlicensed staff or deemed inappropriate to be delegated to unlicensed personnel.
• Serves as a medical liaison when necessary.
• Coordinates medical care and appointments for individuals served through the appropriate
  health care facility.
• Assumes on call responsibilities.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Participates as a member of each individual’s served interdisciplinary term and attend all required meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality, in accordance with HIPPA, of all individuals served and promotes each
  individual’s rights at all times.
• Contributes to a work atmosphere in a manner which is positive, enthusiastic, respectful and
• Is a positive role model for individuals served and Agency staff.
• Uses technology for the completion of specified job duties.
• Provides back up coverage for other nursing personnel within the Agency when needed.
• Reviews and monitors medications in order to ensure that an adequate supply of all prescribed
  drugs is available.
• Maintains all records in accordance with established protocols.
• Receives and reviews input from staff regarding the health needs of the program participants.
• Provides emergency, on -site treatment and triage for both day and residential program consumers.
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities and special projects as needed.

Secondary Function(s) 

• Schedules all routine appointment.

REQUIREMENTS  
 
Education :  Graduation from an approved nurse training program and licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Virginia. 

Experience : At least Two years of experience required, preferable with ambulatory services for persons with cognitive disabilities . Ability to lift over 50lbs.  Must have valid CPR/FA 

Notes: 
MUST HAVE AN ACCEPTABLE DRIVING RECORD AS DETERMINED BY CRITERIA
ESTABLISHED BY THE AGENCY’S INSURANCE CARRIER AND BY THE AGENCY POLICY. 

What’s in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• Discounts on Verizon mobile service
• And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers.

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