Program Nurse RN

Hope Network-Behavioral Health - Lowell, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Lowell, MI

Social Assistance

About the position

The Program Nurse RN at Hope Network is responsible for providing quality nursing care in an Adult Foster Care setting, primarily serving individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities. This role emphasizes building relationships with residents, advocating for their health needs, and coordinating care with medical providers. The position operates during business hours, with no night, weekend, or holiday shifts required, making it an appealing option for those seeking a balanced work-life schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide education to direct care staff and residents in all relevant health care related areas as needed.
• Monitor the purpose and response to medications, communicating with the prescriber as needed.
• Proactively monitor and treat chronic and emergency medical conditions and illnesses within the advisement of affiliate medical providers.
• Develop healthcare goals in collaboration with Case Holder to ensure inclusion in Individual Plan of Service (IPOS) when necessary.
• Attend Person Centered Planning meetings as requested.
• Assess resident health needs by performing admission and annual nurse and health assessments.
• Conduct or ensure that quarterly AIMS testing is completed as required.
• Document medical treatment and health status in resident records for continuity of care and treatment team reference per regulatory standards.
• Provide leadership, support, and direction to staff to facilitate communications, problem solving, and program development.
• Ensure medical compliance with all regulatory bodies (i.e. OSHA, licensing, CARF, etc.).
• Participate in the development and monitoring of professional nurse services within the agency.
• Attend medication review meetings with psychiatrist and/or physicians as designated.
• Provide supervision for LPN's, MA's and/or student nurse programs as required.

Requirements

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Valid driver's license required according to Hope Network policy.
• Experience in providing medical treatment services within specialized rehabilitation setting.
• Prior mental health experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Positive attitude and communication skills.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive salary range of $64.9K - $82.2K per year.
• No night, weekend, or holiday shifts required, promoting work-life balance.