RN Health Care Supervisor - Day Habilitation at Venture Community Services Inc

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Health Care Services Oversight, Medical Coordination, Interdisciplinary Evaluation, Treatment Plan Approval, Human Dignity Safeguarding, Medication Management, Vital Signs Monitoring, Nursing Care Plan Development, Health Education, In-Service Training, CPR Certification, AED Certification, Microsoft Office Proficiency, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description SUMMARY OF POSITION: The RN Health Care Supervisor reports to the V.P. of Health Services. The RN Supervisor oversees all health-care services provided to the members of the Day Habilitation as per CMR 419.24. The HCS will be responsible for the supervision of Licensed Practical nurses over multiple sites. This is a salary, exempt position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Coordinate medical services with each member’s primary physician or medical clinic. • Oversee all health-care services provided to the members at each program. • Participate in the continuing interdisciplinary evaluation and review of each member's needs and status. • Obtain reports and approval of treatment plans from primary physicians. • Ensure and safeguard Venture consumers' human dignity, rights and liberties. • Document in each member's record any recommendation resulting from the periodic reviews; and advise the program director and the day habilitation staff of any medical problems that may hinder a member's progress or that may be aggravated by activities at the program. • Provide direct supervision to each LPN nurse for a minimum of six hours per week for 28 participants and an additional 2 hours per 14 participants. • Management of medication as per CMR 419.431. • Conduct medication reviews during case reviews a minimum of every three (3) months, or more frequently on an as needed basis. • Monitor and record vital signs and weights every six (6) months, or on an as needed basis. • Contact family/community residences, physicians, other health care professionals and service coordinators as necessary regarding specific consumer medical issues. • Participate in DHSP meetings as necessary and assist and cooperate in developing DHSP goals for each consumer and/or develop medical status assessments. • Act as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. • Screen admission applications for medical information prior to Interdisciplinary Team Review. • Monitor the general health and well-being of each consumer on a daily basis and communicate any concerns or issues to Administrator/Program Director. • Obtain and maintain medical records including yearly update of emergency fact sheet and authorization for emergency medical care. • Develop and maintain nursing care plans. • Document nursing notes as needed on monthly and quarterly progress notes. • Maintain consumer file. • Adhere to all medical and funding source regulations and Venture policies and procedures. • Adhere to all medical requirements from accreditation agency. • Education to consumers in hygiene and health concerns. • Oversight of maintenance-therapy treatment as recommended by a Therapist • Provide and coordinate for medical/health related in-service training to employees, including, but not limited to: Universal Precautions, Venture's Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan. • Acquire and maintain certification to become an agency MAP trainer. • Availability to provide at least two agency MAP training sessions per year and participate in staff MAP recertification testing MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Attend and participate in meetings, trainings and development. • Actively participate on work teams to solve problems, share ideas and plan for change. • Develop and expand opportunities for community integration to address consumers' employment, social and recreational interests, using agency and one's own network of contacts. • Maintain confidentiality and positive demeanor while successfully juggling multiple priorities. • Provide recommendations to your supervisor regarding ways to improve the current systems • Maintain CPR and AED certifications • Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: ·• Ability to establish rapport with the disabled population, their families, co-workers and service providers. • Maintain trainings specific to individual programmatic issues. • Ability to plan and organize your work and the activities of others. • Actions should reflect judgment that would not jeopardize the health and safety of the individuals. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of office equipment. • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of employees. • Must be able to bend, lift, stoop, reach and file. Requirements MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS: · Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. · At least one year of full-time working experience as an RN. · Must be 21+ years old and have a valid driver’s license. Daily use of a car on site and be available by telephone for daily contact is also required. · Excellent knowledge of MAP and DDS regulations preferred

Responsibilities

The RN Health Care Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all health-care services for Day Habilitation members, coordinating medical services with primary physicians, and supervising Licensed Practical Nurses across multiple sites. This role involves participating in member evaluations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing medication administration protocols.