Registered Nurse II

Please note: This position is located in the Hogan Regional Program, Danvers, MA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Delivers indirect and direct nursing service to residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 
2. Performs clinical tasks in adherence to acceptable standards of nursing practice to ensure that the care provided is safe and effective.
3. Evaluated health needs through nursing assessment and continuous observation.
4. Identifies problems and makes appropriate referrals to the primary provider.
5. Responds effectively to resident emergencies. 
6. Relates pertinent information as appropriate via oral, written and hand-off communication.
7. Plans, implements, and coordinates the care of an acutely ill or injured person to ensure that follow-up can be provided on all shifts and that desired outcome can be met.
8. Uses the nursing process and participates in the planning and implementation of individual health care plans in order to promote and maintain optimal level of health for the residents.
9. Pours, administers, and documents medications by closely following Medication Policies and Procedures to ensure that resident receive the right drug, right dosage, at the right time, given to the right person, and given via the right route of administration.
10. Performs treatments in accordance with M.D. orders and by following accepted procedure to ensure that residents are not subject to treatment errors.
11. Safeguards the security of controlled substance drugs by adhering to Policy and Procedure to ensure that instances of drug tampering or diversion can be promptly detected.
12. Maintains adequate amounts of supplies and medication by checking inventory to ensure they are available to nurses on all shifts.
13. Monitor equipment per procedure to ensure that equipment is functional, stocked, and in good working order.
14. The nurse delegates care based on the needs of the individual and knowledge and skill of the DSW I, DSW II, LPN I, LPN II.
15. Provides training and education to clients which relate to health and safety.
16. Provides supervision, education, and training to direct reporting staff.
17. Articulates the health care needs of residents to the members of the interdisciplinary team by actively participating in ISP and team meetings in order to ensure holistic active treatment programs are developed for residents.
18. Attends team meetings as appropriate.
19. Advocates for the residents and their rights while promoting dignity and respect.
20. Interacts with residents by demonstrating acceptance of them as unique, worthwhile, and important individuals in order to develop a trusting relationship.
21. Communicates effectively with all team members including residents and their families.
22. Interacts with peers and other staff by demonstrating respect, courtesy, and support in order to create a positive work climate.
23. Develops an effective working relationship with Nursing Supervisor
24. Ensures that unit supervisors are informed of significant issues related to the health and safety of staff and residents.
25. Ensures that direct care staff are kept informed of changes in a resident’s health status.
26. Initiates proper and timely documentation as assigned by supervisor that reflects high quality nursing assessment, planning, and evaluation.
27. For assigned residents