Job Description

The Program Nurse-RN is a key associate at Hope Network whose primary responsibilities include: quality and efficiency of nurse related operations. This includes the facilitation and/or coordination of the medication administration and direct individual health care program of residents. Responsible for the initial and on-going education of direct care staff in relevant health care areas.Here are some ways Hope Network Invests in you:

• Medical, Vision, & Dental Care
• $5,000 sign on bonus
• Coverage of licensing renewal expenses (prorated)
• Supportive Work Environment
• Educational Reimbursement
• Career-Pathing
• Paid Training
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off

What youll be doingClinical Requirements: * Regular and predictable attendance is an essential requirement of this position.

• Provide education to direct care staff and residents in all relevant health care related areas as needed.
• Provide guidance and direction in the administration (including medication-passing checks) procurement, and evaluation of individual medications. Monitor the purpose and response to medications, communicating with the prescriber as needed.
• Proactively monitor and treat chronic and emergency medical conditions and illnesses within the advisement of affiliate medical providers.
• Develop healthcare goals in collaboration with Case Holder to ensure inclusion in Individual Plan of Service (IPOS) when necessary. Provide staff with all appropriate information to carry out these goals.
• Attend Person Centered Planning meetings as requested.
• Act as general consultant on medical and health related issues of the residents.
• Document medical treatment and health status in resident records for continuity of care and treatment team reference per regulatory standards.
• Communicate relevant medical issues with all affiliated medical provider(s) and applicable program management.
• Provide leadership, support, and direction to staff to facilitate communications, problem solving, and program development.
• Ensure medical compliance with all regulatory bodies (i.e. OSHA, licensing, CARF, etc.).
• Attend medication review meetings with psychiatrist and/or physicians as designated.
• Participate in the appropriate nurse on-call rotation. Provide input to the periodic review of the on-call system.
• Be familiar with relative corporate and departmental policies and procedures, ensuring that these policies and procedures are followed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Anticipated Work Schedule

• Regular Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm (flexible schedule available)

Job RequirementsRequired:

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Valid drivers license required according to Hope Network policy.

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in nursing Preferred.
• One year of hospital or assessment experience.

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