RN (Registered Nurse) Care Coordinator

Imagine the Possibilities Inc • Dubuque, IA

10m • Hybrid

About The Position

Please read full job posting before applying This position requires a RN License and is a Hybrid position – Travel Expected If you’re a passionate Registered Nurse who enjoys empowering people to reach their goals and help them strive for more, we want you to join our team. As an integral part of the overall care team, you will collaborate with other Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals-served, and their families to ensure the best possible support is provided. This position will provide support to individuals served with intellectual disabilities and/or a behavioral health diagnosis. Your innovative and impactful solutions and strategies will make a difference for those you serve.

Requirements

• Mission-oriented: We’re on a mission to empower people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. We know you are, too.
• An Attitude of Learning: The truth is, the field of caregiving is always changing and requires adaptability. We need people on our team who are always ready to learn new ways of doing things, helping people, and changing lives.
• Ability to Communicate Well: We’re looking for people with strong communication abilities so we can rely on you to communicate effectively to the rest of the team and the people we serve.
• Confidence: We’re looking for people who know how to balance being bold and being humble. We’re looking for team members who are self-aware enough to know when to stand up as an advocate for others and when it’s time to follow the leader.
• Experience: Your knowledge of and experience with physical health disorders, psychotropic medications, DSM-IV diagnoses, and co-occurring disorders will make you stand out among the rest.
• Education: It is required that you have obtained your RN license through an accredited program (Associate or Bachelor of Science degrees are accepted) and have at least three years of experience in psychiatric, emergency, or substance abuse treatment nursing.
• Licensure(s): Valid licensure in the state of Iowa as a Registered Nurse.
• Driver’s License: You’ll be responsible for transportation at times, so we need to trust your ability to be safe behind the wheel.
• Work Authorization: Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Serve on Imagines' Quality Team as a medical/behavioral representative on the Responsive Services Committee for identified regions.
• Provide oversight and support (in-person and virtual) to individuals with complex medical and/or behavioral challenges.
• Serve as a liaison with the care team for individuals-served, including psychiatry, therapists, pharmacy, and support staff. This includes:
• Providing resources and support to individuals in crisis.
• Showing empathy and compassion in interactions with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
• Participating and providing support within the implementation of an individual’s care plan, including their interventions and additional supports.
• Connecting individuals and/or staff with resources/education necessary as it relates to mental health, chemical dependency, or inappropriate sexual behaviors.
• Assist in the development, training, implementation, and monitoring of individuals-served complex medical and/or behavioral support plans. This role requires you to have extensive knowledge in mental health/psychiatric nursing. This means you will also assist with individual-served crisis intervention and risk management planning through supporting the development and review of appropriate, time-limited rights restrictions, behavioral supports, and intervention plans.
• Assist with medication administration, as needed. This could include assisting with the development and review of curriculum and remedial training for our direct care teams.
• Be an advocate for individuals receiving services to have as much control over their own lives as possible. All individuals should be treated with respect and should feel empowered to live their life as independently as physically possible.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages: The hourly wage is based on experience and education. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage you to apply and discuss these questions with our team during the interview process.
• Scheduling: This position is Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm position, no weekends or holidays.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): We all deserve a break now and then – don’t feel bad about taking time for you.
• 401k Retirement Plan: Secure your future with a cushioned fund that will allow you to live your best life.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Whether its medical, dental, vision, or life insurance – we’ve got you covered.
• Pre-Paid Legal Services: Be prepared for the things you just can’t be prepared for on your own.
• Discounted Costco or Sam’s Club Memberships: What can we say? We know a great deal when we see one.
• Advancement Opportunities: We believe in your future, which is why we have a specifically designed leadership development opportunity purposed to launch your career.
• Employee Assistance Program: We’re there for you through all life’s ups and downs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees