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Registered Nurse (RN) On CallChallenge Unlimited Inc • Alton, IL, US
Registered Nurse (RN) On Call

Registered Nurse (RN) On Call

Challenge Unlimited Inc • Alton, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Who We Are :

  • At Challenge Unlimited, our vision is to become a national leader in providing employment services to people with disabilities that empower them to reach their full potential.
  • We intentionally provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities which will assist them to live, work, and participate in the community.

Challenge Unlimited is driven by its core values :

  • community, helpfulness, abilities, leadership, learning, ethics, innovation, growth, and effective outcomes.
  • It is these values that have powered Challenge Unlimited to its success and has helped over 600 disabled individuals find meaningful work across all of our locations.
  • Position Summary :

  • Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the Nurse is responsible for providing on call nursing services to up to 135 Residents with developmental disabilities or mental illness living in group homes which provide opportunities for them to live in a home-based environment—achieving the highest level of independence possible. Coordinates medical services and supplies with employees and medical providers.
  • Reviews and maintains medical documentation.
  • The Nurse trains staff, administers medications as needed, conducts assessments and documents health services.
  • Shift :

  • On call for the week, the hours are Monday - Friday 3 : 00pm - 7 : 00am.
  • Saturday, Sunday, and all day on company Holidays Pay Rate :

  • $37.85 per hour Location : Alton, Illinois  Key Responsibilities :   1.
  • Resident Relations :

  • Promote a culture of person-centered services that advances the Company’s mission to provide quality care and services in a community-based setting to individuals with disabilities.
  • Ensure a high rate of resident satisfaction.
  • Ensure the health and safety needs of all residents are met by providing nursing services to residents.
  • Participate in the screenings and interviews of prospective Residents as requested.
  • Attend all Resident PP / ITP / IHP staffing meetings or send medical summary prior to the meeting. 2.
  • Provide Nursing Services and Oversee the Health and Safety Needs of Residents :

  • Plan, organize, and supervise the delivery of care to residential residents.
  • Complete annual nursing assessment, quarterly nursing assessment, TD, self-medication assessment and monthly observations, admission, NSP’s, TB signs and symptoms check list, ensure annual influenza immunization and other immunizations are up to date, tetanus, pneumococcal, and hepatitis series.
  • Visit assigned Residents no less than bi-weekly to evaluate their current condition and assist in healthcare planning.
  • Review all labs and forward to the prescribing physician for review.
  • Communicate effectively with physicians & service providers regarding Resident care.
  • Order medical supplies as needed. 3.
  • Maintain and Review Documentation, Audit for Compliance :

  • Maintain records of assigned Residents for medication charts, vaccinations, and annual assessments accurately and timely.
  • Review all Physician Order Sheets and Medication Administration Records prior to being placed in the Resident’s chart in a timely manner (at least monthly).
  • Review and sign incident reports in assigned homes with follow up as needed.
  • Review all medication error reports.
  • Ensure that each facility meets state, federal, CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) and any governing agency’s regulatory guidelines. 4.
  • On-Call Services :

  • Provide on-call services to assigned group homes from 3pm to 7am Monday through Friday and scheduled weekends / evenings.
  • Respond to calls within fifteen (15) minutes.
  • Answer calls in a timely manner and provide on-site services as required within 24 hours.
  • Follows through with reported problems and communicates them to supervisor / primary care nurse.
  • Check nurses’ mailbox at group homes weekly. 5.
  • General Administrative Support :

  • Train direct care staff on Basic Health and Safety, Medication Administration (if Nurse Trainer certified), and other health related topics as required per the Director of Nursing.
  • Provide immunizations and TB testing to employees and maintain accurate records of the same.
  • Position Qualifications :

  • Education : Illinois Professional Registered Nurse (RN) License and be certified as a Nurse Trainer by DHS (or obtain DHS certification within 2 months).
  • Experience :

  • Minimum 1 year of RN experience.
  • Experience working with people with developmental disabilities or mental illness helpful but not required.
  • Certifications / Licenses :

  • RN License and Nurse Trainer license from DHS.
  • CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and DSP (Direct Support Professional) training, including medication administration, provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months to be certified.
  • Passing CPR and CPI training is also required annually.
  • Computer Skills :

  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Background Checks :

  • Must pass criminal background check.
  • Must pass various State and Federal registry checks.
  • Must pass DCFS Abuse and Neglect Tracking System check.
  • Must pass driving history check and Company policy criteria, maintain valid driver’s license and be 21 or older to drive for Company related local travel.
  • Driving :

  • Use of personal insured vehicle for Company related travel is required.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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