RN Supervisor (DDD Group Homes) - $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Matheny School and Hospital•Far Hills, NJ

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for a Full Time RN Supervisor for our seven (7) Group Homes located in Somerset, NJ; Basking Ridge, NJ; Far Hills, NJ; Frelinghuysen, NJ. Qualified candidates who are hired for a Full Time position will receive a Signing Bonus of $10,000.00. ($5,000.00 payable after completion of six months of continuous employment and the remaining $5,000.00 after completion of one year of continuous employment). Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny’s mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment. Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes seven licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Nursing from an accredited college of university required.
One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
Licensed Registered Professional Nurse by the State of New Jersey Board of Nursing.
Valid New Jersey Driver's License with an insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and agency policies.
Manage and provide clinical oversight to the LPN Coordinator, Group Home LPNs and SRT LPNs.
Monitors staff performance and provide coaching and corrective action when necessary.
Verify required nursing documentation is completed accurately and timely.
Coordinate physician appointments, specialty care, and hospital admission/discharges to ensure continuity of care.
Review and update the Critical Information Log and nursing documentation.
Manage medication administration procedures and recommend changes, when necessary.
Review Medication Administration Records (MARs) for accuracy and follow up with staff for needed corrections.
Conduct audits of medical records, medication administration, and medication in the community residences.
Develop professional relationships and collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, therapists, case managers, guardians, family members, etc.
Assist with admissions, discharges, and transitions of care.
Conduct staff orientation, competency assessments, and ongoing training.
Assist the group home leadership team with orienting new DSP and LPN staff for the group home routines.
Reviews and supervises the implementation of medically prescribed diets and exercise programs.
Confirms the annual ISP for each resident is current and implemented appropriately.
Assist with budgeting for medical supplies and equipment.
Prepares reports for management and regulatory agencies.
Serves as a clinical resource for staff during emergencies and complex situations.
Responds to crises and intervenes as needed.
Investigates incidents, medication errors, resident injuries, implementing corrective actions when needed.
Ability and willingness to travel between program physical sites on a regular basis.