Residential Program RN

Walnut Street Center, Inc is Nonprofit, Human Services agency providing support to Adults with Intellectual Disabilities. We are currently seeking a Residential Nurse to join our team.

Monday - Friday Part-Time, Flexible Schedule, no nights, no weekends, no holidays.

Overview: The RN will provide oversight and support to residential program managers and staff to ensure the health maintenance of residents. This mainly consists of case management, MAP certification program instruction & oversight, and training supports in a group home setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with the adult DD/ID population. Salary is negotiable DOE.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee all healthcare services provided by the program.
• Assist in the communication of information from management to employees.
• Maintain documentation in each individual’s file of any medical or health related recommendations made at periodic reviews.
• Administer and oversee the accurate documentation of administration of medications. Occasional administration of medication if VNA is not available
• Train staff in relevant medical and health care procedures and provide consultation to staff in regard to medical issues.
• Ensures the accurate and timely completion and submission of paperwork including but not limited to quarterly reports, medical forms and assessments.
• Serves as a liaison between the agency and medical professionals as needed.
• Advises the Program Director and staff of any medical problems that may hinder and individual’s progress or that may be affected by activities at the program.
• Ensures the confidentiality of individual’s medical records by complying with all HIPAA regulations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA Nursing License (RN)
• At least 1 year in Community Health setting preferred
• Experience in DDS funded programs preferred
• Experience with MAP training program preferred
• Experience in Medical Specialties such as Geriatrics, Home Health, Psychiatry, Medical-Surgical 
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to travel between sites
• Covid-19 Vaccine Card
• Ability to pass background checks
• Prior experience working with the adult DD/ID population preferred
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively teach adults medical skills