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Elwyn of Pennsylvania and Delaware

Provides behavioral health services and recovery

Registered Nurse House Manager

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeNewark, CA, USA$52 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Active professional Registered Nurse licensure in good standing in California.
  • Complete 30 continuing education credits every two years, or as required to meet minimum California licensure standards.
  • Maintain current First Aid and CPR certification.
  • Hold a current, valid driver's license in the state of residence, have at least two years of driving experience within the United States, and maintain an acceptable driving record.
  • Complete DOJ and FBI fingerprinting and criminal clearance.
  • Complete a health screening, including a TB test, within one year before hire or within seven days after hire.
  • Have computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform nursing procedures within the Registered Nurse scope of practice, including head-to-toe assessments.
  • Independently collect and assess vital signs and data, and timely notify the physician and Interdisciplinary Team members of residents' conditions.
  • Develop, implement, maintain, and update Health Care Plans and Individual Health Care Plans for all residents.
  • Ensure medical documentation in the home is completed, including nursing notes, weekly summaries, the 24 Hour Log, Medication Administration Records, and Centrally Stored Medication Logs.
  • Ensure physician orders are followed as written.
  • Document and report events as required by the Department of Developmental Services, Regional Center, and Community Care Licensing.
  • Train staff on clinical aspects of health care and Health Care Plans.
  • Maintain appropriate levels of equipment and supplies and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
  • Maintain confidentiality of residential records and exercise discretion when discussing information.
  • Communicate with the Program Administrator, families, hospitals, and others as needed.
  • Support residents with self-care, self-administration of medications, and independent living skills, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming; support activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and household activities such as grocery shopping, food preparation, serving, and cleanup as indicated in the Individual Program Plan.
  • Implement Behavior Plans as needed.
  • Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team in designated aspects of developing and implementing Individual Service Plan and Individual Program Plan outcomes and overall resident programming.
  • Support residents in occupational, recreational, vocational, and therapeutic programs.
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary, therapeutic environment that promotes respect and dignity and protects residents' privacy, rights, confidentiality, and physical and emotional well-being.
  • Engage residents in activities that provide opportunities to learn and practice skills tailored to their needs, and support constructive use of leisure time and participation in planned recreational activities.
  • Actively supervise residents during dining, recreational activities, medical appointments, and other appointments, and know and report assigned residents' whereabouts at all times.
  • Transport residents in the company vehicle to medical, recreational, or other appointments as needed.
  • Attend staff meetings, in-services, and training sessions.
  • Maintain all training and certifications required by regulations and Elwyn California.
  • Report and document medical or behavioral concerns and other special incidents to appropriate supervisory personnel.
  • Remain on duty until endorsement is completed with incoming licensed staff.
  • Meet quality assurance standards and promote Elwyn California's goals and objectives in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Work with staff to maintain a professional and amiable atmosphere and encourage teamwork.
  • Provide ongoing training and feedback to Direct Support Professionals, Licensed Psychiatric Technicians, and Licensed Vocational Nurses as needed.
  • Adapt to changes in workload.
  • Assist with health care and behavioral needs and document appropriately.
  • Complete assigned work in a timely manner.
  • Provide the Program Administrator feedback about issues affecting home operations and resident care, including immediate notification of changes in care needs.
  • Collaborate with the Program Administrator regarding staffing needs.
  • Seek and accept guidance from the Program Administrator, Director of Nursing, and Elwyn California Administration as appropriate.
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies according to health care and behavioral plans, regulations, and policies and procedures.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree.
  • One year of experience in a residential setting serving people with developmental disabilities.
  • At least one year of recent medical-surgical experience.
  • Previous supervisory experience.

About the Company

Elwyn of Pennsylvania and Delaware

Provides behavioral health services and recovery

Elwyn of Pennsylvania and Delaware provides behavioral health services to people with mental illness and addictions to improve their quality of life. The organization runs programs across six states (Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island) and serves more than 7,000 individuals using a person-centered approach, with services delivered in communities to support recovery. Compared with others, it distinguishes itself through its broad geographic reach and focus on individualized care that centers on the needs and goals of each person. The overarching goal is to help people find hope and achieve lasting recovery and improved well-being.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Lincoln, RI
Founded
Not listed

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