Registered Nurse

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ➢ Administer the pre-employment tests (Drug screening/TB) as well as oversee and complete the in-service TB Testing and random drug screening for the staff. ➢ Coordinates, organizes, and conducts the Core A and B Training for the staff as per the State of Indiana guidelines. Need to be certified by the State of Indiana, within the first 3 months of the job. ➢ Proper documentation of all the tests and training both the hard copy as well as digital. ➢ Periodically review the Staff data for the validity of the tests and training, follow up, organize, and conduct the tests and training and document it. ➢ Organizes and conducts CPR training for the staff. ➢ Conduct any other health-related training not mentioned herein, as the case takes place. ➢ Completes an initial assessment of the client and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es) ➢ Conducts periodical home visits to assess the client’s health problems and needs as well as develop and implement a nursing care plan. ➢ Regularly re-evaluates client’s nursing needs. ➢ Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as client’s status and needs change. ➢ Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. ➢ Monitoring all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity. ➢ Maintaining accurate, detailed reports and records and keeping the HOC CRM up to date. ➢ Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Direct Support Professionals and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan of care through the CRM. ➢ Monitor the appropriate completion of documentation by the DSPs/personal care workers as part of the supervisory responsibility. ➢ Provide clear and specific instruction for the staff related to the client’s medical diagnosis, allergies, medication, diet, special emergency plans etc. ➢ Prepare appropriate medical documentation for all clients, including any case conferences, patient contacts, medication order changes, re-certifications, progress updates, and care plan changes. This includes but is not limited to hospital admissions, hospital discharges, medication orders, contacting the physician, medication plans, etc. ➢ Coordinate and complete the High-Risk Plans for the clients. ➢ Completes the quarterly client visit with proper documentation. ➢ Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team attending medication rounds and team meetings for Individualized Support Plan (ISP) and Quarterly Review. ➢ Is available for ongoing consultation with the client homes and team regarding medical problems and health care. ➢ Completes the medical sections of the ISP and Quarterly Reviews that address health and illness needs and issues. ➢ Documents services in accordance with Agency policy and requirements. ➢ Promotes resident empowerment and self-care activities including self-medication. ➢ Responsible for the reporting – e.g., Incident reports (providing data), Mortality Review Report or any other reporting pertaining to the health and safety of the client as prescribed by the State of Indiana. ➢ Maintain up to date stock report of the medical supplies in the Nurse’s office and responsible for the timely replenishment. ➢ Any other additional task as assigned or as it may arise with the changes. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ➢ Covers for peers during vacations and at other times of Agency need. ➢ Participates in Agency training activities. Teaches and reinforces vital signs and medication management to home staff. ➢ Participates in the orientation of new nursing staff. ➢ Participates in community and other public education regarding mission and philosophy. ➢ Attends staff, discipline and committee meetings as assigned by Supervision. ➢ Reviews and signs incident reports and provides follow-up. ➢ Assumes responsibility for professional development. ➢ All other related duties as assigned by the Management from time to time and/or required by the BDS, Indiana Pathways, or any other governing body as and when there are any amendments or addition of the services. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None (overseeing the completion of task and wellness and any other requirements to be completed by the DSPs and reporting to the Staff Supervisor or Scheduler) QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: ➢ Bachelor’s degree in nursing. ➢ Two years of experience working as a registered nurse including some home care/home health care/medical/surgical experience and awareness of the needs of the chronically, mentally ill and developmentally disabled. LANGUAGE SKILLS: ➢ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret human service periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. ➢ Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. ➢ Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: ➢ Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages, and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, percentages, and area. REASONING ABILITY: ➢ Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: ➢ State of Indiana License as a Registered Nurse. ➢ Must have and maintain a valid Indiana Driver’s License, maintain automobile insurance coverage, and have access to an automobile. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee travels by automobile and is exposed to changing weather conditions. Will be required to drive daily in Marion and/or surrounding County for meetings and/or visits to residential facilities. Will work in varied residential environments based on assigned caseload. OSHA CATEGORY: This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All employees are offered the opportunity to receive the Engerix Hepatitis B vaccination series. HIPAA Ensures and adheres to strict confidentiality when handling patient information, according to the HIPAA Privacy Act and the organization’s policy and procedure regarding confidentiality. Has knowledge of and adheres to all compliance regulations, policies, and procedures. Skills Required Excellent IV skills. Reliable, Self-starter. Passionate individual. Computer Skills. Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 40 hours per week Medical Specialty: Home Health Care Home Care