Entry-Level Registered Nurse

Job Opportunity

Penn-Mar Provides:

Stable Mon-Fri work schedule 8:00a-4:30p, primarily in an office setting

Minimal On-Call Responsibility: available to respond to after-hours health-related inquiries from direct support team members via phone call or text message, providing clinical direction as needed. In certain situations, an occasional evening or weekend on-site visit may be required to address urgent health or support needs.

Annual salary starting at $65,000

Paid vacation days and holiday pay

Employee referral bonus program

Extensive paid training, as well as continual opportunities for further job-related education and career advancement

Tuition Reimbursement

Supportive leadership team who wants to help YOU succeed

Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability

403b retirement plan

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for:

Oversight and coordination of medical care for people supported, including:

• attending medical appointments and hospital visits, supporting hospital/rehab discharges, and train team members on new procedures
• actively participating in hospital discharges, ensuring team members are trained on any changes or new procedures
• obtaining medical equipment and supplies
• coordinating equipment inspections and repairs as needed
• assisting with medication management and coordinating with pharmacies
• liaising with medical providers and team members, other support staff
• reviewing medical documentation for accuracy and ensuring recommendations are implemented

HRST:

• obtain HRST Clinical Reviewer Certification
• complete timely Clinical Reviews
• review and apply training recommendations in coordination with operations supervisors

Training:

• manage PA Medication Administration initial training and ensure timely revalidation for all PA team members
• support Penn-Mar's Learning & Development team by facilitating organizational training as needed
• Provide thorough training in tasks including feeding tube procedures, vital signs, nebulizer treatments, lifts, oxygen therapy, specialized diets, etc.

Responding to after-hours calls and messages from direct support team members, providing clinical direction as needed

Following all incident reporting based on state requirements in a timely manner

Actively participating in ODP or PAR nursing related meetings/groups

Minimum Requirements:

• Hold a Pennsylvania RN license
• Valid driver's license with at least 2 years of driving experience on a full license (time spent driving on a learner's permit/provisional license does NOT count toward this requirement)
• High School Diploma/GED
• One year of nursing experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry or otherwise move items weighing 20/50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Transfer or assist in transferring individuals
• Adequate visual acuity to perform essential functions
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with individuals and team members

Penn-Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

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