Registered Nurse - Healthcare Coordinator

Description

About Us:

The mission of Our House, Inc. is to provide healthy, stimulating and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community residences, employment services, innovative day programs, social opportunities and related support services designed to help them achieve their full potential for living meaningful and productive lives.

Description:

Our House, Inc., a leading organization supporting adults with developmental disabilities, is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Health Care Coordinator. This position is seeking a Registered Nurses (RN) with at least 1 year of experience. You will play a critical role in monitoring the health needs of individuals we serve, ensuring high-quality care, and providing health-related training to staff and residents.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Current RN license in good standing issued by the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience.
• Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to enter notes for services and billing in an electronic health records system
• Case Management experience
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health population preferred.
• Supervisory experience of CNA's and LPN's preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must own transportation to and from work and between work sites
• Must pass mandatory Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) trainings upon hire.
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and advocate for the health and medical care of individuals served.
• Review, update, and maintain medical documentation and databases (including MyEvolv system).
• Conduct monthly nursing audits and report findings.
• Educate individuals served, families, and staff on health-related topics and policies.
• Attend and participate in residential staff meetings and administrative meetings.
• Visit assigned residential homes at least three times per week.
• Accompany individuals to complex or serious medical appointments as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to implement Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) medical policies and agency protocols.
• Assist individuals in navigating managed care systems and maximizing health benefits.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, including PPE requirements.
• Participate in agency trainings, meetings, and quality assurance activities.

Performance Expectations:

• Dependable attendance and completion of work assignments.
• Clear and effective communication with individuals served, staff, and external parties.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships across all levels.

Travel Requirement:

• Approximately 75% local travel between assigned homes and facilities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Exposure to medical hazards, including bloodborne pathogens (training provided).
• Must be ambulatory and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to wear PPE (such as masks) per CDC and OSHA guidelines when required.
• Strong verbal, written, and computer skills necessary.

Pay Range:

$70,000 - $85,000

Disclosure:

Although Our House Inc. has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, Our House Inc. reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to, or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of Our House Inc., at any time, with or without advance notice. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will”. The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Our House Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genet