REGISTERED NURSE (Sign-On Bonus $4,000)

Apis Services Inc • Quakertown, PA

1h • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is responsible for overseeing all aspects of medical care for those individuals for whom RHD provides services.

Requirements

• Current PA RN/LPN licensure
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• Valid Driver’s License
• Act 33/34 clearances
• FBI clearance as needed
• All trainings required by licensure
• Must complete a Physical, TB test, and Hep B titer.
• Proficient use of computers, mobile devices, and agency software.
• Business use of company equipment including telephone and vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Behavioral Health/Criminal Justice preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete daily mental status exams on 6–12 residents.
• Complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift.
• Administer medication via the medication administration record.
• Identify early signs of psychiatric relapse, medication side effects, or medical issues.
• Maintain detailed nursing notes in EMR/charting.
• Document progress toward treatment plan goals.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, Joint Commission, and organizational policy.
• Lead response to psychiatric or medical emergencies.
• Make patient appointments and assist in transportation when needed.
• Collaborate on Personal Recovery Plans which emphasize residents’ strengths and needs.
• Engage with residents regularly to note changes that may impact the recovery plan.
• Participate in program milieu.
• Attend and/or facilitate educational groups and meetings.
• Provide education to support residents in understanding medication management.
• Provide education to support residents in understanding daily health and wellness needs.
• Complete assessments/physicals within regulatory time frames.
• Ensure residents’ prescriptions are current and collaborate with MD as needed.
• Coordinate medications and health needs with the program Psychiatrist.
• Maintain electronic medication administration record (eMAR).
• Monitor the administration of all medications.
• Assist residents with scheduling medical appointments and follow up on recommendations.
• Coordinate physical healthcare with Primary Care Physicians and specialists.
• Document educational groups and other resident contact.
• Participate in case consultations, staff meetings, and supervision as assigned.
• Attend training as required by RHD and licensing bodies.
• Perform duties as assigned by director to ensure continuity of care.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus $4,000

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level