Community Registered Nurse, Full-Time Salaried

United Cerebral Palsy Heartland•Berkeley, MO

3d•$62,400 - $88,000•Hybrid

About The Position

UCP Heartland is looking for a Community Registered Nurse to provide children and adults with differing abilities the extraordinary care and support they need to thrive in school, at home, and in our communities. This is a full-time opportunity.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with an active license with the State of Missouri
Demonstrates written and verbal communication skills
One year of experience as a practicing registered nurse
Strong medical assessment skills
Demonstrates working knowledge of basic computer software
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Exceptional time management with demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines
Available for flexibility in work schedule
Reliable Transportation with Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

Ensure that physician orders are present, current and inclusive of all required information per Agency and DMH policies, and signed by the prescribing physician before expiration date.
Review medical records (physician orders, MARs, visit reports) on a routine basis and respond with appropriate action when issues arise.
Maintain and keep current the EMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record) as dictated by physician’s orders, and review staff entries for thoroughness and accuracy, coaching staff as needed.
Respond to phone calls and emails in a timely manner and participate in the RN On-Call Rotation.
Complete face-to-face assessments with residential clients as required by individual client medical need, with a minimum of one face-to-face visit per month.
Train and delegate duties to direct support staff as nursing standards allow, routinely check staff for competency, and maintain accurate records of delegations performed.
Train, mentor, and guide agency staff through Level 1 Med Aide training.
Act as a liaison between UCP Heartland and medical providers to ensure appropriate client care.
Act as a medical expert providing input to client’s medical care while effectively communicating with the team. Attend ISP Meetings, transition Meetings and other meetings where individual care needs will be discussed.
Complete all required documentation by the deadline identified by the agency or funder requirements.
Update and keep current the HRST (Health Risk Screening Tool) system as required and generate Health Risk Support Plans as indicated by assessments.
Other duties as assigned.