Registered Nurse (RN) PRN $48/Hr.

Company: Elwyn
Location: Concord
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

PRIMARY (ESSENTIAL) FUNCTION: Responsible for performing a variety of duties toprovide quality nursing care, and to coordinate total nursing care for individuals within a group home setting using the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; effectively interacts with families and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing. Reports directly to the RN Manager. -DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.Other duties may be required and assignedPerform all the duties of a Registered NurseAdminister medicationsParticipate in the admission of individuals to assigned homesClarifies initial medication orders, reviews status and medication plan.Develops plans to ensure that the medical and health care needs are metEnsures appropriate medical follow-upProvides special instructions to individuals and home staff related to on-going medical conditionsDocuments accurate and on-going assessment of services in accordance with Agency policy andrequirementsParticipates in Agency training activitiesInsures compliance with all operating policies and procedures and NJ Dept. of Health and the State of NJDepartment of Human Services/Division of Developmental Disabilities regulations and Federal Health CareAdministration regulationsEnsures documentation and reports meet all requirements of the State of NJ Department of HumanServices/ Division of Developmental Disabilities and Elwyn NJAdheres to all current policies and procedures of Elwyn-NJAttend meetings as needed and assigned. Serves on various committees and subcommitteesKeeps current in the field of Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health Cooperates with Elwyn NJ and the State of NJ Department of Human Services, and, any authorized investigating body during any inspection or investigationPerform other related duties, as assigned -CONTACTS: Various daily contacts including with individuals served, families, direct cares staff and other staff requiring courtesy, discretion, high level of professionalism and ethical standards of personal conduct, confidentiality and sound judgment. -EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an approved school of nursing Two (2) years' experience working with the developmentally disabled, preferred. Current New Jersey RN License required by Statues and must be submitted to Human Resource Department each year. Must hold a valid driver's license. Must successfully complete and obtain/maintain all certifications as required by Elwyn NJ and regulatory agencies. Or equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the characteristics required to do the essential functions of the class may be substituted for those listed. Must be at least 18 years of age. -PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We may make reasonable accommodations to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, we frequently require the employee to sit, stand, carry, walk, bend talk hear and no lifting restrictions. Must be available for "On Call and/or Rotational Duty." -WORKING CONDITIONS: standard conditions normal for this class and settings with flexible hoursElwyn New Jersey reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.Elwyn New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.Required

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