Community Registered Nurse (RN)

CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES INC • Kirksville, MO

4d • $30

About The Position

The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for Missouri citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy! POSITION SUMMARY The Community RN will support the CHS mission by promoting the physical and mental health of individuals through application of nursing processes, and by ensuring qualified staff through the delivery of Level 1 Medication Administration and CPR/First Aid instruction.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred
• Current State License or Compact State License as a Registered Nurse.
• Must obtain and maintain Professional CPR certification
• Must obtain and maintain DHSS Approved Instructor certification
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle
• Reliable form of communication (smart phone)
• Ability and strength to position/lift/transfer greater than 50 lbs. (an adult human being) regularly, including the ability to safely assist an adult human being to the ground to perform CPR
• Continuous ability to push and pull 100-125 lbs. of pressure consistently over extended periods as per requirements of performing CPR, as defined by the American Heart Association
• Continuous ability to kneel on hard or other surfaces for extended periods, as per requirements of performing CPR
• Type on a keyboard for long periods
• Vision sufficient to read medication labels and dosing instruments and/or to view computer screens for extended periods of time
• Drive distances of 200+ miles

Responsibilities

• Promotes the physical and mental health of individuals served by coordinating and monitoring medical services, including health and medication services, in accordance with the requirements of regulatory agencies and in response to individual needs; providing at least 1.25 hours of service to each individual supported each month; participating in the admission of new individuals to assigned programs; clarifying medical information and advocating for individuals in hospital admissions and/or discharges, including communicating with relevant healthcare providers or pharmacists to review individual health statuses and medication plans; conducting full health assessments (including skin assessments) of individuals within 7 days of discharge from hospitalization or ER visits; coordinating ongoing care with clinics, external healthcare providers, hospitals and pharmacies; coordinating and reviewing lab work as required; traveling as needed to provide medical related support to individuals as directed; reviewing and teaching health and nutrition per individual needs; conducting Professional Assessment and Monitoring services as authorized; promoting individual empowerment and self-care activities including self-medication; and participating in on-call rotations with other community nursing staff, as directed and required by staffing and support needs;
• Ensures medically qualified staff by providing nursing delegations related to medical diagnoses, allergies, medication, diet and special emergency plans related to ongoing medical conditions; becoming certified to instruct Level 1 Medication Administration and CPR/First Aid training; developing instruction methods and selecting teaching aids including, but not limited to handbooks, study aids, demonstration models, visual aids, online tutorials and reference works; conducting in-person, recorded, or virtual training via diverse and appropriate instructional methods including, but not limited to individual training, group instruction, lecture, demonstration, conferences, meetings, or workshops and testing trainees to measure progress and effectiveness; reporting progress of employees in training to departmental management when advisable; and supervising Community Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) services as required.
• Communicates complex medical information to individuals served, staff, and other stakeholders by developing plans to ensure that the medical needs of individuals are met; following up with health related concerns identified by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) RN; completing the medical sections of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) which address health related concerns; participating in departmental and other staff meetings to ensure alignment, and direct knowledge transfer; and answering questions about the health care and condition of individuals with staff, guardians, service coordinators, as well as the individuals, themselves.
• Supports regulatory compliance by documenting services in accordance with agency policy , and the requirements associated with Medicaid, DMH certification and other contractual compliance; conducting regular review of the accuracy and completion of medication administration documents at locations where individuals are supported; ensuring all CIMOR and APTS 2 referrals are completed in a timely fashion; inputting information into the state HRST system and updating monthly as needed; maintaining current and accurate knowledge of company and departmental policies and procedures; protecting confidentiality of information and following HIPAA guidelines; maintaining licensing and certifications necessary for work; participating in continuing education to remain current with modern best practices and acting as local medical advisors in matters of infectious disease control, or health crises per policy and protocols, including serving as an infectious disease control authority if so directed by the CEO, or his/her designee.
• Promotes a positive work culture by supporting other community nurses with a team spirit, including, but not limited to coverage for anticipated and unanticipated absences to preserve continuity of care; accepting and willingly carrying out special assignments or duties when requested; respecting the rights of individuals served, and advocating on their behalf; following CHS policies and procedures and contributing to the maintenance of medically related policies; presenting a positive attitude and demeanor when working with individuals, staff, supervisors, management, and other internal and external stakeholders; respecting all differences, similarities, and abilities while actively demonstrating cultural competence; communicating in a professional manner in all written and verbal formats; and projecting a positive image of CHS and individuals served internally and externally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees