RN Healthcare Coordinator

Benchmark Human Services • Acworth, GA

119d • Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide healthcare coordination and direct intervention for individuals in their Crisis Support Home program in Acworth, GA. This group home serves young adults with autism and other forms of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The RN will collaborate with Benchmark's mobile crisis teams, provide training and clinical oversight for unlicensed staff to meet the healthcare needs of individuals served, and offer clinical oversight of program LPNs, as applicable. Benchmark Human Services, established in 1960, is committed to empowering individuals to live independently, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. They strive to be a workplace that honors unique experiences and perspectives, believing that diversity strengthens their effectiveness. Benchmark works with people of all ages through various programs including residential services, employment services, crisis response, and early intervention.

Requirements

• RN with current Georgia license.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.
• Valid Driver’s License, with no driving limitations.
• Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in IDD/Mental Health nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare and wellness coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
• Function as liaison and advocate for individuals’ healthcare, wellbeing, and inclusion.
• Train unlicensed staff on medication supervision of self-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.
• Oversee pharmacy and medication needs.
• Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments.
• Obtain and maintain HRST rater certification.
• Support individuals in obtaining health services appropriate for their needs.
• Oversee that the health status and physical conditions of individuals are assessed, monitored, reported, documented, and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Respond to emergency medical situations in a timely manner, as appropriate.
• Participate in and attend assigned medical individuals’ appointments (as directed).
• Develop and update individual specific plans of care and health care plans to ensure appropriate medical care and supervision for assigned individuals.
• Manage transitions of care to and from hospital, nursing home, rehab facility and/or another agency.
• Mandatory reporter of any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to the supervisor or Director.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance & Short Term Disability
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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