Registered Nurse Residential Supports
About The Position
The Registered Nurse coordinates and monitors medical, psychiatric, and medication services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring care meets individual needs and regulatory requirements. The role promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being, supports people in taking greater responsibility for their health, and encourages self-care skills and independent living. The nurse advocates for the people supported and works with families, healthcare providers, and an interdisciplinary team to identify health concerns and promote wellness and quality of life. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It includes bi-weekly visits to residential settings to assess needs and provide nursing support.
Requirements
- Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Active Rhode Island RN license.
- At least 2 years of experience.
- Understanding of healthcare needs of individuals with chronic and/or mental health conditions.
- Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and care coordination skills.
- Compassionate, person-centered approach and commitment to promoting independence.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination as required by RIDOH guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Support admissions and transitions, including medication orders, EMAR, electronic records, and hospital discharge reviews.
- Coordinate care with healthcare providers, specialists, clinics, and hospitals.
- Develop individualized healthcare plans and participate in ISPs.
- Provide nursing consultation, guidance, and education to staff on health conditions, medications, vital signs, and procedures.
- Complete and maintain documentation.
- Conduct bi-weekly residential visits to assess needs and provide nursing support.
- Promote independence, wellness, self-care, and safe medication self-management.
- Maintain communication with families and healthcare professionals.
- Review incidents and provide appropriate nursing follow-up.
- Advocate for people supported and help identify emerging health concerns.
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance with HMO and PPO options
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Delta Dental
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Agency-sponsored life insurance
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Holiday pay
- 401(k) plan
- Aflac
- Pet insurance
- Identity Theft Insurance
- Comprehensive Platinum Benefits Package valued at over $20,000 annually
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
