Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN)

ABOUT VISTA CARE

Vista Care is a leading service and support organization that is proud to provide specialized, supportive services to a diverse population throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Colorado, South Dakota, and Nevada. We specialize in offering comprehensive care and support services for individuals with disabilities, empowering them to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

JOB TYPE: Full-time

BENEFITS: Health, dental, & vision insurance, 401K, PTO, and other company perks.

LOCATION: Lebanon, IL

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is an active member of the Quality and Nursing team. The RN monitors and promotes the health and safety of the people supported. This position ensures the best possible care for people receiving our services and company compliance with all relevant medical and health regulations, and guidelines. This position may be a hybrid position with the opportunity for some remote work.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

The Registered Nurse reports to the National Director of Quality and Nursing Services

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides overall direction in regards to medical care to the Operations department by mentoring, coaching, auditing direct care staff.

• Supports local management to develop direct care staff's knowledge of medical procedures; medication administration, nursing delegated tasks, and general health screenings (blood pressure, pulse, etc).

• Support operations in admission referrals and ensures that all protocols and medical orders are transferred.

• Provides consultation to staff in regards to medical issues for people supported when called during off-duty hours.

• Teaches the medication administration class and supervises medication certification practicum for new staff.

• Supervises the re-certification process for all medication certified staff on an annual basis.

• Monitors medication administrative practices by staff to ensure compliance with policy, procedures, and licensing and accreditation standards.

• Oversees the ordering and disbursement of all prescribed and over the counter medications, appropriate medical supplies, and equipment for the people supported.

• Disposes of unused or discontinued prescription meds as required by state law and regulation.

• Follows up on all medication errors and provides reports consistent with the policy.

• Maintains high level of awareness regarding the health and medical needs of people supported and provides medical information to necessary parties, in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

• Works closely with health and medical professionals within the community to ensure adequate care for the people supported.

• Establishes a normal baseline medical care and assessment of all individuals served, and routinely assess their overall behavioral and medical needs, for any change of condition.

• Provides training, written protocols, and direction to direct care staff to conduct certain nursing acts under delegation according to the Nurse Practice Act.

• Understands and develops practices that align with state regulations, quality standards, and other health and safety regulations.

• Attends mandatory staff meetings and training, including all Essential Learning training.

• Completes classes and maintains certification in medication administration, CPR/First Aid/AED, and Positive Behavior Support training.

• Represents the company in a professional manner in the community.

• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding company information, including any information regarding the people supported.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid nursing license issued from the State Board of Nursing

• Prior management experience strongly preferred

• Previous knowledge of providing nursing care to people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and/or Mental Health

• Valid State driver's license

• Must be insurable under company's automobile policy

• Must be able to pass company drug screen process (if applicable), Medicaid and Medicare fraud checks, a criminal background check, and an employment history verification

• Intermediate/Advance understanding of computer functions

• Vista Care provides services to people with mental health and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Some people supported may demonstrate behavioral challenges posing a risk to employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to travel to all Vista Care locations in Illinois (New Baden, Lebanon, Trenton, Aviston, and Breese)

• May be required to work non-traditional hours to meet the demands of a 24/7 business operation.

• Frequent activities- standing, walking, sitting, viewing computer screen(s)

If you are interested in this position, please apply today! If you have any questions about Vista Care or this Registered Nurse position, please reach out at the number or email below.

Sam Harris

Talent Specialist III

Ph: 920.694.1196

samharris@vistacare.org www.vistacare.org

Vista Care is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.