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- Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and in accordance with agency policy.
- Works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, individuals served, community professionals, customers, vendors and the public.
- Complies with the Delaware State Board of Nursing Practice Act.
- Completes a nursing ELP and establishes goals and objectives to address and meet the health care needs of each individual served upon admission and updated annually.
- Monitors the health status of each individual served every 30 days in accordance with the standards of DDDS.
- Within any Chimes Delaware contracted program assumes responsibility for screening program participants, rendering treatment, and determining the need for follow-up care.
- Checks physician orders against MAR.
- Provides hospitalization follow-up and post-hospitalization assessments, staff education, and care plan revision if warranted. Ensures follow-up is completed.
- Provides ongoing staff training as it relates to nursing/medical issues.
- Maintains required certifications that are necessary for compliance with training requirements.
- Administers the provision of medical and nursing services which are outside the scope of unlicensed staff or deemed inappropriate to be delegated to unlicensed personnel.
- Serves as a medical liaison when necessary.
- Coordinates medical care and appointments for individuals served through the appropriate health care facility.
- Assumes on call responsibilities.
- Responds to emergencies.
- Participates as a member of each individual's served interdisciplinary term and attend ELP meetings.
- Maintains confidentiality, in accordance with HIPPA, of all individuals served and promotes each individual's rights at all times.
- Contributes to a work atmosphere in a manner which is positive, enthusiastic, respectful and courteous.
- Is a positive role model for individuals served and Agency staff.
- Uses technology for the completion of specified job duties.
- Provides back up coverage for other nursing personnel within the Agency.
- Reviews and monitors medications in order to ensure that an adequate supply of all prescribed drugs is available.
- Maintains all records in accordance with established protocols.
- Receives and reviews input from staff regarding the health needs of the program participants.
- Provides emergency, on-site treatment and triage for Vocational Services consumers.
- Assumes other duties, responsibilities and special projects as needed.
- Schedules all routine appointment.
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement options
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 403(b) with Employer Match
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
- Discounts through "Tickets at Work"
- Discounts on Verizon mobile service
- And More
Consultative Nurse - New Castle, United States - The Chimes Inc
Description
Join Chimes – and go further to help others go far Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.
Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
Primary Function(s):
Education: Graduation from an approved nurse training.
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Delaware
Experience: Two years of experience required, preferable with ambulatory services for persons with cognitive disabilities.
Ability to lift over 50lbs. Must have valid CPR/FA
Skills Test: None
What's in it for you?
Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):
To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)