Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

An Registered Nurse (RN) at Merakey provides clinical oversight and high-quality nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs. This role focuses on promoting health, managing chronic conditions, and ensuring the overall well-being of individuals in residential or community-based settings.

Job Summary

The RN is responsible for the assessment, planning, and coordination of healthcare services for a specific caseload. The position serves as a primary clinical resource for the interdisciplinary team, ensuring that all medical treatments and interventions align with the individual's overall support plan and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations of individuals.
• Developing and implementing nursing care plans based on identified health needs and physician orders.
• Administering medications and treatments while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
• Providing clinical supervision and training to Direct Support Professionals regarding medication administration and specialized health procedures.
• Coordinating with external healthcare providers, including specialists, pharmacies, and hospitals, to ensure continuity of care.
• Responding to medical emergencies and providing triage or stabilizing care as needed.
• Maintaining detailed and accurate medical records, including progress notes, MARs, and incident reports.
• Educating individuals and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and nutrition.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A valid and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Previous experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work independently in a community or residential environment.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and health screenings.

Working Conditions

• Environmental settings vary from residential group homes to clinical office spaces.
• May require local travel to various sites to provide nursing oversight.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and assist with the lifting or transferring of individuals.
• Participation in an on-call rotation for clinical emergencies may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE