Nurse Case Manager

Crystal Springs Inc.•Freetown, MA

9d•$35 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Case Manager assists the Nursing department in the coordination of care for each individual in maintaining their health and well-being by following physicians' orders, plans of care and appropriate policies, procedures and protocols. In addition to providing direct oversight to assigned individuals and staff, the Nurse Case Manager may be required to provide direct nursing care to individuals at CSI. Such care must be in accordance with current federal and state law and regulation, facility policies and procedures, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained for the individuals of Crystal Springs. The Licensed Practical Nurse must at all times act in a professional manner and have the ability to multi-task.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to perform nursing medical assessments, effectively triage day-to-day emergencies, phone calls and/or other medically related situations that may arise
Demonstrated ability to effectively review and interpret lab, x-ray and other evaluation reports and consults
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with physicians, outside specialists, funding agencies and parents/guardians as needed.
Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to multitask.
Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to the agency's mission, vision, values, and goals through leadership.
Demonstrated ability to function as a healthy and therapeutic role model.
Demonstrated fairness, forethought, and good judgment in decision making.
Demonstrated understanding and adherence to the agency's culture of care expectations and family-centered care and treatment philosophy and protocols.
Demonstrated cooperative attitude and effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with others (students and their families, supervisors and other professionals) to nurture healthy and productive working relationships.
Demonstrated understanding of general environmental & safety policies/procedures with a particular focus on Pica safety.
Demonstrated understanding and ability to attend to and complete all required documentation.
Demonstrated ability to assist individuals and oversee the general healthcare provided by direct support staff. Collaborates with MAP site supervisor and other staff on medically related treatments/doctor's orders as well as personal care development and maintenance as appropriate.
Demonstrated understanding of client confidentiality regulations such as HIPAA and other protocols.
Demonstrated knowledge of computer skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, set goals and follow through on tasks as well as motivating staff and fostering opportunities for teamwork.
Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures for reporting suspected abuse and neglect.
Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, and socio-economic issues.
Demonstrated ability to understand and adhere to relevant laws, contractual obligations and licensing regulations.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written English; and to read and comprehend work related documents which are almost exclusively written in English.
Ability to hear alarms, phones, and communications from adults and employees in short and long range
Ability to lift at least 35 pounds with another employee or lifting equipment
Ability to bend, kneel, squat and stand for long periods of time throughout the shift
Ability to reach above the shoulders at least four times during a shift, often lifting an item of weight;
Ability to grasp, retrieve, pinch and hold small items frequently throughout the shift, at least once every ten minutes
Ability to train and perform procedures surrounding CPR, First Aid, physical restraints and crisis intervention for the safety of the residents and staff
Ability to manage and handle stressful and emotionally charged interactions and situations
Must hold a valid driver's license.
Must be willing to be trained to drive the Company's wheelchair and/or minivans safely according to Massachusetts driving laws.
Will participate in all DDS mandated trainings.
LPN, currently licensed in the State of Massachusetts and in good standing.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written English and to read and comprehend work related documents which are almost exclusively written in English.
Must hold a valid driver's license for more than one year and be willing to be trained on the company's wheelchair and/or mini vans safely according to Massachusetts driving laws;
Each nurse must participate in all DDS required trainings.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with MAP standards
Some duties may be performed in a rehabilitation pool.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight to assigned homes/individuals to include but not limited to assistance with in-home audits, medication and MAR reviews, and teaching/training staff as appropriate.
Complete monthly summaries and skin assessments.
Provide physical assessment of individuals including staff reports of vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight
Provide basic wound care including cleaning and bandaging injured areas when needed.
Maintain open lines of communication with the individual's team, parents/guardians, medical providers, DDS, and any other vendor/s involved in the individual's care
Complete required documentation in a timely manner and submit it to appropriate parties.
Document and communicate all medical issues, appointments and interventions, etc.
Function as Primary Nurse for assigned caseload and ensure that all lab work, physicals, dental, audio and vision exams etc., are current and coordinate with program directors and staff to ensure that all follow-up appointments are completed as recommended on consultation forms
Review all appropriate tracking logs (BM, menses, etc.) and provide suggestions on care interventions and to provide additional training/retraining when necessary.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team on pharmacy services, as needed
Attend doctor's appointments as needed
Prepare for and attend ISPs for assigned individuals
Provide G and J tube care as needed
Provide medically related assistance and training to staff as needed
Attend staff meetings as directed
Maintain current licensure, current CPR and First Aid certification
Maintain required certifications of the Adult Program.
Perform other duties as assigned