Registered Nurse

Description

The Agency Nurse at NIA Association is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working in a supportive and person-centered environment, the Agency Nurse will assess health conditions, develop care plans, and administer treatments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of life for our service recipients 

Requirements

  ? Conduct comprehensive health assessments and document medical history for service recipients.

? Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in coordination with the healthcare team and families.

? Administer medications, treatments, and other prescribed medical interventions in accordance with policies and regulations if necessary

? Maintain Medical charts and conduct telephonic and in-person coordination with Doctors, Nurses, other medical personnel and Service department. 

? The RN is also responsible for the distribution of medication, conducting blood glucose checks, blood pressure and other nursing requirements for individuals supported, per doctors’ orders.

? Monitor and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, recognizing changes in health status and responding promptly.

? Collaborate with residential staff, therapists, physicians, and families to ensure holistic care and support for service recipients.

? Maintain accurate medical records, including progress notes, medication administration logs, and incident reports.

? Educate staff and service recipients on health-related matters such as nutrition, hygiene, and self-care techniques.

? Participate in regular case reviews and contribute to the development of individualized service plans (ISPs).

? Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices, including HIPAA and OSHA standards

? Provide emergency first aid and triage care as needed.

? Conduct and/or coordinate Medication Administration Classes and assist with ongoing training and support of direct care staff regarding health and medical care for service recipients.