Registered Nurse (RN) Trainer

Benchmark Human Services-NH•Manchester, NH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Benchmark Human Services as a Registered Nurse, RN Trainer to support individuals’ health, safety, and pursuit of their personal goals! Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected organizations in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. Our diverse and dynamic programs can’t operate without the strength and heart of our interdisciplinary team. We are hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as Nurse Trainer and ensure the highest quality services are provided to our clients in the Intensive Treatment Service Homes. Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves. We are seeking a full time Registered Nurse, RN Trainer to provide healthcare coordination and direct intervention, as needed, for our adult residential program. Additionally, the RN Nurse Trainer will train and oversee Direct Support Professionals in medication administration and supporting the healthcare needs of individuals served in the group homes.

Requirements

RN with current New Hampshire license.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to express and exchange ideas through verbal and non–verbal communication with all internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to effectively understand regulatory requirements, multi-task, train staff, and provide clinical oversight, as applicable.
Possess the skills to operate independently and/or in a team environment.
Be in good standing and able to delegate nursing services.

Nice To Haves

Experience in community/long term nursing is preferred.
Experience working with individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.

Responsibilities

Provide healthcare and wellness coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations, including but not limited to HeM-1200s.
Function as liaison and advocate for individuals’ healthcare, wellbeing, and inclusion with all members of individual medical and interdisciplinary teams.
Support individuals in obtaining health services appropriate for their preventative, acute, and/or chronic illness needs.
Oversee that the health status and physical conditions of individuals are assessed, monitored, reported, and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner.
Participate in and attend assigned medical individuals’ appointments (as directed), individual specific, nurse, departmental, and other meetings as required.
Respond to emergency medical situations in a timely manner, as appropriate.
Train unlicensed staff to meet the healthcare needs of individuals served- including but not limited to medication administration, delegated tasks, treatment protocols, and monitoring.
Implement and train employees on new and revised health related policies and procedures in a timely manner as directed.
Work with Program Manager(s) in overseeing pharmacy and medication needs. This may include but is not limited to reviews, obtaining medications, and prior authorizations.
Order medical supplies from established formularies as applicable for your program.
Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments per company policy, federal, and state regulations, as applicable.
Advise on potential new admissions in regard to healthcare needs and appropriateness for the program.
Develop and update individual specific health risk plans to ensure appropriate medical care for assigned individuals.
Manage transitions of care to and from hospital, nursing home, rehab facility and/or another agency.
Provide nursing on-call per program requirements.
Mandatory reporter of any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.