Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN)Job Summary: Responsible for providing nursing care in accordance with physicians' orders and recognized nursing standards and according to Evergreen's policies and procedures.Essential Job Functions:Maintain current knowledge of each individual(s) served medical conditionProvide or ensure the provision of nursing care in accordance with physicians' orders and recognized nursing standardsProvide supervision of LPN'sAdminister or ensure the administration of medications and treatment as prescribed by physiciansConduct quarterly nursing physical assessments as defined by Federal and State regulations for appropriate program(s).Participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetingsMaintain accurate and complete records of nursing observations and careProvide sex education training to individual(s) servedTrain staff to recognize, interpret, and report individual(s) served conditionsImplement and monitor preventive health care services for individual(s) served and instruct clients in good health habitsAssist physicians in diagnostic and therapeutic measuresServe on committees as requiredMonitor and coordinate the services of physicians and medical providers to expedite medical servicesConduct monthly trainings as required such as medication aid and other medical coursesReview and sign monthly Medication Administration Records for individual(s) served in community homes and the Supported Independent Living ProgramAudit medication administration to ensure the absence of medical errors or documentation errorsCreate and monitor a medication count sheet anytime a controlled substance is orderedConduct training in homes and within other programs on interactions of various medications and their effectiveness on diagnosed illnessMonitor OSHA Compliance and Infection Control as well as monthly audits to include patterns of reoccurring injury or illnesses of staff or individual(s) servedReview medical records not limited to doctor's appointments, lab work, effectiveness of medical treatment and medicationsRegular and punctual attendanceQualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge:Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess and maintain current registration.Prefer at least one (1) year of experience working with developmentally disabledMust know how to determine and meet individual medical needs.Basic computer skillsPhysical Requirements:Frequent travelConstantly moves about to coordinate workOccasionally moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 poundsOccasionally provide assistance to individual(s) served including lifting and positioningFrequently exposed to viruses and infectious conditionsSupervisory Responsibilities:May supervise othersSpecial Requirements:Ability to meet the public in a manner that reflects creditably upon the organization and must have the ability to deal with individual(s) served and staff in a manner that is conducive to harmony and their best effortsMust be adaptable and have the ability to make decisionsMay be required to attend seminars or job-related training coursesMust have understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with individual(s) served, their families or advocates and other agencies involved in providing support for individual(s) servedMust have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entitiesMust be able to prioritize work tasksMust be able to work without close personal supervisionEmployment Variables:Some evening and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the individual(s) served. Will be in constant contact with staff, consumers, their families, and other support agencies. Must be able to be on-call on a regular basis and respond to emergencies in a timely manner. May be asked to work some evenings when required. Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check.Working Environment:May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.