What are the responsibilities and job description for the Delegating Nurse - Case Manager position at The Arc of Prince George's County?
The Arc Prince George's County is seeking a full-time Delegating Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the delegating RN provides nursing support in the form of case management for assigned individuals in The Arc’s Employment Services, Day, and Community Supports Services as noted above, participates actively as a member of individuals’ IP teams as needed, and teaches and supervises staff in the performance of delegated nursing tasks. To learn more about us and apply, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.
Here’s What You’ll Be Doing Day-to-Day:
- Initial Nursing Assessments, with updates as needed, for all Employment Services, Day, Community Personal Supports and Community Living Service participants assigned; includes Self-Medication Assessment and Choking/Aspiration Pneumonia Risk Assessment
- Development of Nursing Care Plans and updates as needed for all individuals requiring delegated nursing functions
- Nursing reviews of health status and delegated care (i.e., “45-day reviews”) for all individuals requiring delegated nursing functions; reviews/assessments may be required more often according to individuals’ needs
- Teaching and/or written verification of teaching and competency of staff in the performance of delegated nursing functions
- Regular review (at least annually) and documentation of staff competency in the performance of delegated nursing functions
- On-call (taking phone calls) nursing coverage for all assigned sites and individuals Sunday evening through Friday evening for Residential, Monday-Friday business hours for assigned Day Services program(s)
- Participation in weekend on-call rotation for Residential Services from Friday evening to Sunday evening, shared by all Day and Employment Services delegating RNs
- Provide call coverage by accepting calls from staff and provide direction as needed when those staffs are not able to reach their assigned Delegating Nurse
- Appropriate, prompt response to emergencies and other health issues reported by staff
- Follow-up of individuals’ health status in the event of significant changes, especially including discharge from hospitals or other care facilities, to determine the need for additional staff training or changes in Nursing Care Plan
- Written recommendations/guidelines for Self-Medication, shared with the team for any individuals with self-medication as part of IP goals
You Are Our Ideal Candidate If You:
- Have an Active RN Licensure in the State of Maryland, preferably with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
- Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with one (1) year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, and preferably with one (1) year of supervisory experience with unlicensed assistive personnel
- Must have a thorough knowledge of the Maryland Nurse Practice Act regarding delegation of nursing functions
- Able to use basic Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective, professional, respectful oral and written communication with all levels of staff, with individuals, with families, and with all other persons involved in participants’ care
- Positive, “can-do” attitude toward challenges and problems
- Commitment to the person-centered process for developing and implementing services and supports
- Strong clinical skills
- Ability to overcome obstacles to complete tasks successfully
- Ability to learn and apply new information quickly
- Ability to collaborate cooperatively as a member of IP teams and workplace team
- Ability to express disagreement tactfully and sensitively
- Flexibility in balancing job responsibilities
- Ability to accept and handle change in duties and responsibilities for the benefit of participants and according to agency needs
Total Rewards:
The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!
The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!
About The Arc of Prince George's County:
Since 1952, The Arc Prince George’s County has been providing support services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout the county. We serve more than 600 individuals with disabilities. Our primary areas of support are:•Community Living where we provide and manage group living homes;•Family and Personal supports where we provide 1:1 individual supports;•Employment Services provides job training and employment opportunities for the people we support; and•Day Programs where we offer meaningful outings in the community.
Salary : $70,196
