Administrative Nurse

RHA Health Services, LLC • Thomasville, GA

5d

About The Position

The Administrative Nurse oversees medication management within residential programs and, when delegated, assists Client Care Coordinators with medical issues and medical training, including medication administration. The position travels to residential locations to support medication and medical requirements.

The role maintains relationships and communication with stakeholders, contributes to company policies and procedures related to medication, infection control, and consumer healthcare, and serves as the point person for Electronic Medical Administration Record (EMAR) oversight and pharmacy coordination. The Administrative Nurse reviews administration records, monitors medication-management compliance, supports and consults with residential staff, and oversees recommendations for changes to consumer service plans concerning healthcare needs.

The position also conducts DPW Medication Administration Training and assesses staff’s ability to carry out medication-management responsibilities. It develops and distributes health and safety advisories, maintains communication with management and executives, notifies leadership of significant events, and identifies and supports opportunities to expand services. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) education and licensure.
• At least one year of experience in the human services field working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or mental health disorders.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and the ability to learn and navigate electronic medical records and employee-training database applications.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, families, treatment team members, and other personnel involved in consumer treatment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Strong assessment skills and knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders through proactive, responsive communication.
• Participate as needed in the Company Policy and Procedure Committee on medication, infection control, and consumer healthcare.
• Oversee the Electronic Medical Administration Record (EMAR) and serve as its point person.
• Serve as the administrative pharmacy contact, coordinating with pharmacies on effective and efficient medication distribution.
• Conduct monthly and as-needed Medication Administration Record reviews for all programs.
• Review and ensure medication-management compliance in all residential programs.
• Provide nursing support to residential programs, including travel to residential locations.
• Oversee and recommend changes to consumer service plans regarding healthcare needs.
• Provide nursing consultation to staff regarding consumer healthcare matters.
• Obtain or maintain DPW Medication Administration Instructor Training and conduct DPW Medication Administration Training.
• Assess staff members’ ability to perform medication-management responsibilities appropriately.
• Develop and distribute advisories to staff and consumers about special precautions, such as infection control, disease, and flu.
• Communicate frequently and regularly with corporate executives and notify immediate leadership of events that could significantly affect the unit or company.
• Identify growth opportunities aligned with the company’s service array and mission, and assist with applications and proposals supporting service expansion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing programs.
• Chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes for qualifying employees.
• Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed