registered nurse denton - Denton, TX, United States - ResCare Community Living

Description

Our Company:
ResCare Community LivingOverview:Join a team of passionate and caring clinicians who make a difference in people's lives. Our nursing group focuses on compassion and meeting the needs of our clients in a variety of settings.

If your passion is outstanding patient care coupled with a desire to help others live their best life, then come work for us.

Apply todayResponsibilities:
SummaryAssess health problems and needs of person(s) served, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care. Advise person(s) served and staff on health maintenance and disease prevention. Provide case management.

Core RequirementsDeliver quality results through operational excellence, meeting daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly and annual requirements per individual servedBuild and retain a strong, dedicated teamDrive and deliver profitable growthEssential Job ResponsibilitiesReview daily appointment needs:
packets completed and available to staffReview daily nursing calendar, schedule, attend if possible. Ensure coverageMonitor staff, as needed (i.e.

, medication administration, meals {modified texture, therapeutic}, ADLs, implementation of plan(s) and interactions between staff and clientsReview incident reports – provide assessment and follow upReview findings and recommendations from appointments.

Implement changes of orders. Complete notes of services provided.

Review LPN notesApprove orders for prescribed medications/treatments(QuickMar)Monitor health status/vitals/seizure disordersAddress acute/on-going health issues including ""Change of Condition"" documentationAttend IPP's as scheduledReview MAR's for completeness and accuracyProvide on-call service.

Manage resourcesPerform PRN Assessments:

falls risk, skin integrity, chokingReview IPP schedule, submit assessments 2 weeks prior to IPPReview follow-up appointments on calendarFile health care documentsReview medication storage- cleanliness, organization, no out-of-date drugsReview narcotics count sheetsOrder medications that only have 7 days remainingBi-weekly orientation training as scheduledComplete Monthly nursing summary.

Do Monthly reconciliationReview Med exchange at assigned locationsDevelop a Medication Support plan.


Update as neededQualifications:

Degree from an accredited school of nursing OR License as a Registered Nurse, current and in good standingValid driver's license from state of residenceMust be at least 18 years of age and have one year of nursing experience, Supervisory experience preferredMinimal travel may be required to assigned operations/locationsAbout our Line of Business: ResCare Community Living has four decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental or cognitive disability.

Our community living services are provided in 27 states with several thousand programs and a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: Community Living, Adult Host Homes for adults regardless of disability, Behavioral/Mental Health Support, In-home Pharmacy Solutions, Telecare and Remote Support, Supported Employment and Training Programs, and Day programs.

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Additional Job Information:
Our Intermediate Care Facilities specialize in caring for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Experience in Case Management preferredSalary Range:
USD $72,800.00 / Year% % %%mednurse%%