About the Role
Assist with the monitoring and coordination of healthcare services for individuals with developmental disabilities in community-based homes, working under the direction of an RN.
Responsibilities
- Assist the RN with coordinating preventive and routine healthcare.
- Complete RN directives within scope of practice and ensure medical follow-up.
- Follow up on documents in Medical Communication Book, SharePoint Folders, and EHR.
- Follow up on lab and diagnostic testing, review, and track results.
- Complete nursing care documentation under the direct supervision of the site RN.
- Assist with coordinating medical program needs with site staff, management, providers, and agencies.
- Assist with ensuring adequate scheduling and completion of health-related exams and appointments.
- Communicate issues and carry out directives from site RN and Nursing Administration.
- Participate as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Maintain compliance with State/Federal regulations and agency policies.
- Maintain communication with Medical Liaison/Team Leader and site RN.
- Participate in assigned nursing workgroups.
- Complete AMAP certification.
- Perform CPR and SCIP.
- Comply with all agency policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as required by Nursing Administration.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Current CPR certification or must attain within one month of employment.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare or human service related field.
- Driver's License that meets agency policy.
- Ability to meet physical requirements including standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and climbing.
Skills
- CPR certification
- AMAP certification
- SCIP
Location
- community-based homes
Work Type
- full-time
Experience Level
- 1 year
Education Level
- High School Diploma
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00-$27.36 per hour
