Registered Nurse - Residential Supports presso West Bay RI

Registered Nurse - Per Diem

General Description

Promotes the physical, emotional and mental health of those supported with IDD by applying nursing practices. Is an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team with the goal of assisting people supported to lead as independent a lifestyle, as possible while learning to assume responsibility for their own health. The nurse coordinates and monitors medical services, including psychiatric and medication services, in accordance with the requirements of regulatory agencies and in response to individual needs.

Essential Functions are the minimum requirements of the position

Participates in the admission of new people supported to assigned locations/homes. Clarifies initial or hospital discharge medication orders and contacts the Primary Care Physician or Psychiatrist to review the status and medication plans. Develops plans to ensure that residents' medical and healthcare needs are met. Including: Coordinating care with clinics/physicians/hospitals; Coordinating follow-up appointments and lab work; teaching staff appropriate procedures, etc. Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team, attending staff and team meetings, Individual Plans (IP), six six-month, quarterly and 30-day reviews. Is available for ongoing consultation with the team regarding medical problems and health care needs. Completes the medical sections of the IP's, six-month, quarterly and thirty-day reviews that address health care needs and issues. Documents resident's services following Agency policy and RI state regulations. Updates EMAR with medications and treatments. Maintains records including monthly nursing reports, plans of care, monthly medication charts and book, incident reports, medical history, hospital intake/discharge, immunization history, and nursing review. Promotes resident empowerment and self-care activities including self-medication. Visits residences twice per week when people are in their home. Maintains communication with family and professional resources.

Non-Essential Functions

• Participates in Agency training activities.
• Teaches and supports staff on signs and symptoms if illness, vital signs and medication management.
• Participates in the orientation of new nursing staff and team members.
• Participates in community and other public education regarding mission and philosophy.
• Attends staff, discipline and committee meetings as assigned by supervisor.
• Submit monthly work schedule and mileage vouchers, and vacation requests.
• Reviews and signs incident reports and provides follow-up.

General Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/ Licensure/ Experience

Graduate of an accredited school for nursing. Bachelor of Science or Associates Degree in Nursing. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working as a registered nurse including some medical/surgical experience and awareness of the needs of the chronically and mentally ill. State of Rhode Island License as a Registered Nurse. **Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Required** per RIDOH guidelines.

What we offer you

Schedule: Per Diem

Hourly: $42.00

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