Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services-we're a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we've been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You'll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.

With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference - one person, one voice, one choice at a time! We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone's life!

Starting Pay - $80,200 annually

Perks/Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
• Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Job mobility options within Dungarvin 17 states of services
• T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• Dedicated training department with paid training

Job Description

What You Get To Do:

The Registered Nurse (RN) will assure that each individual assigned to his/her caseload receives quality, individualized health care management resulting in optimal health. Health care will be provided to individuals in a manner which is normalizing, sensitive to their needs and respectful of their dignity, while encouraging autonomy. The RN functions as a health resource to staff and will, in conjunction with supervisors and in accordance with the State of Texas Department of Public Health, assure that the home is in compliance with all licensure requirements and organizational policies regarding health issues, medical care and records.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide nursing oversight to individuals supported by Dungarvin in individual areas
• Provide oversight to ensure documentation, all nursing and other health/clinical assessments, and billing are in compliance with Medicaid regulations, as well as provide health care supports on an as needed basis
• Supervision of medication administration of non-licensed staff that administer medications in residential or individual home support settings, day programs, respite programs and/or are involved with the clinical supervision of this process, and to the administrative supervision who are responsible for the implementation of progressive discipline.
• Communicate with involved team members regarding medical issues involving a particular individual as requested by the team, or as needed, to assure continuity of care.
• Provide program health care training as needed to support persons with developmental disabilities in community environment.
• Report any issues/concerns to the senior director, program director or program supervisor, along with any appropriate background information
• Provide leadership and direction in promoting the concepts set forth in organizational philosophy, policies and procedures

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

• Must hold a current Registered Nurse license to practice nursing in the state of Texas.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and driving record, which allows candidate to be covered by agency insurance policy required.
• Prior education and/or experience working with the developmentally disabled or other long-term care or home health care experience is preferred.
• Must be mature, flexible, self-motivated, dependable and able to work cooperatively with individuals, staff, interdisciplinary team members and outside agencies.
• Good communication is key in this role. You'll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members

Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

Pasadena, TX