RN or LPN Community Based Residence

Join our remarkable residential team working in a caring, committed and respectful work environment!

Full Platinum Benefits!

General Description

Support people in their home with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to achieve maximum independence integrating agency core values. Provide reliable, compassionate and consistent care while creating meaningful, quality-based relationships in a supportive, cultural environment.

*Proof of vaccination required per RIDOH*

Essential Functions

Monitor, assess and advise the management team on health observances and needs, while promoting health and wellness through nursing processes.
Establish a positive and open communication style with everyone supported including all employees, family members and other health care providers.
Promote wellness by applying nursing processes.
Outline all monthly appointments; provide documentation and information needed to successfully complete the appointment.
When indicated clarify hospital discharge, medication orders, and/or plans of care.
Participate in hospital discharge or intake process, along with Director of Nursing.
Provide instructions and education to those supported and staff as it relates to medical diagnoses and healthcare needs (i.e. Allergies, medications, diet, chronic and acute plans of care, etc.)
Coordinate care with clinics, outside physicians, and hospitals. Attend appointments, as needed.
Experience with G-tubes, J-tubes, Trach care.
Other job duties as assigned.

Documentation

Assist with maintaining medical records for all people supported.

Update EMAR. Check and report medication errors, omissions or other concerns to management/RN.

Supervise the disposal of discontinued medications (and/or other medical supplies) in accordance with legal requirements.

Training

Provide training to support staff on people's needs including: competencies, medical history, treatments and wellness plans.

Monitor staff progress and assess any need for additional training. Report observations to the management team.

Participate in required state and agency trainings, including staff meetings.

Provide guidance and support to staff designated to order and stock medications.

Additional Functions of the Job

Assist with providing coverage for vacancies and peers during vacations.

Assumes responsibility for ongoing professional development by participating in community-based educational trainings.

All other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Certification, Licenses, Registrations

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing -

RN: Associates or Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.

LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse degree.

Experience providing care for chronic, acute and mental health needs.
Must possess a valid Rhode Island Nursing license.

Attitude and Personal Qualities

Teamwork/Empowerment - Creates a positive work environment that fosters teamwork. .

Respect - Treats everyone with courtesy, fairness and dignity.

Integrity/Trust - Committed to the highest standards of personal and professional behavior and is honest and ethical in all actions.

Communication/Fairness- Resolves conflict through respectful dialogue. Has a reputation for responsive, distinguished service.

Schedule & Benefits

Full Time: 36 hours (4 days off )

3 Shifts: Wed/Thurs/Sat 7pm to 7 am

Pay Rate: RN $40.50 hourly

LPN $37.00 hourly

Top-notch Platinum Plan Benefits: BCBS Health Insurance (HMO & PPO Plans); Low bi-weekly employee contributions; Delta Dental Insurance; Health Reimbursement Account (HRA); Eye Med Vision Insurance; Agency sponsored life insurance; 401K Retirement Plan; Vacation time; Sick time; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Tuition Reimbursement up to ($2,400 a year); Aflac Insurance (Accident/Cancer/Life); Pet Insurance; Identity Theft Insurance; Career Development; Employee Health and Wellness events, Employee Discounts and more!

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West Bay RI

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