Registered Nurse

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Registered Nurse (RN) will assess the needs of individuals served by Devoted Care Support Services to ensure that the agency provides the necessary supports to meet those needs safely and effectively. The RN will evaluate the clinical needs of each individual before admission and as required during ongoing services. The RN will perform all nursing services directly or through Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) under the RN's supervision, and will oversee the clinical services provided throughout the agency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Registered Nurse's duties include, but are not limited to, the following. Where noted, the RN may perform a duty directly or through LPNs under the RN's supervision, within each LPN's scope of practice under New Jersey law:

• Assess individuals upon admission to establish their medical needs and required supports.
• Evaluate the clinical needs of each individual prior to admission and on an ongoing basis as needs change.
• Provide nursing care to individuals served, either directly or through LPNs under the RN's supervision.
• Train staff regarding individuals served who have specialized medical needs, either directly or through LPNs under the RN's supervision.
• Conduct and review ongoing monitoring and training provided to staff by the RN or supervised LPNs to help maintain the health of the individuals served.
• Provide assistance with medical appointments, as assigned, either directly or through LPNs under the RN's supervision.
• Communicate with families and guardians regarding health changes and concerns, either directly or through LPNs under the RN's supervision.
• Collaborate with the Program Director, Group Home Manager, and Community Services Manager to train and delegate skilled nursing tasks to unlicensed staff.
• Train, assign work to, and supervise LPNs who perform nursing services, including training staff and providing direct care to individuals served.
• Oversee all clinical services provided throughout the agency, whether performed by the RN or by supervised LPNs.
• Comply with all federal laws, the DHS-DDD Supports Program (SP) Manual, New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities standards and circulars, local regulations, and Devoted Care Support Services' policies and procedures.
• Cooperate with Devoted Care Support Services and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
• Successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training, as mandated by the Division of Developmental Disabilities and the State of New Jersey.
• Meet annual professional development and training requirements.
• Agree to delegate skilled nursing tasks to unlicensed staff.

ORGANIZATION MISSION AND STRATEGY

• Work with staff to ensure that the mission of Devoted Care Support Services is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning, marketing, and community outreach.
• Implement Devoted Care Support Services' policies and procedures that carry out the organization's mission.
• Participate in strategic planning related to medical and clinical training and compliance so that Devoted Care Support Services can successfully fulfill its mission into the future.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The Registered Nurse must meet the following criteria:

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Possess an active Registered Nurse license in good standing in the State of New Jersey.
• If the position requires driving, possess a driver's license valid in the State of New Jersey with no more than 5 points listed on the Motor Vehicle Abstract.
• Submit to a criminal background check and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served.
• Agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) registry.
• Successfully pass Federal Exclusionary checks.
• Successfully pass pre-hire, random, and for-cause drug testing.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements.
• Possess excellent organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write clear reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively in one-on-one and group settings.
• Build effective, collaborative relationships with a wide range of constituencies, individuals, and organizations of influence, including funders, partner agencies, and volunteers.
• Working knowledge of database, internet, spreadsheet, and Microsoft Office software.

Pay: $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 5.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clementon, NJ 08021