JSDD is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Supervised Apartment Nurse to support the health and wellness of residents living in supervised apartment settings. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing essential nursing support in a residential environment that promotes independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

NJ License as an R.N. or L.P.N. and demonstrate a high level of critical thinking, organizational, communication and follow-up skills. Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities a plus; Hold a current driver’s license in good standing.

Competencies

To practice and encourage in others the ability to observe, identify and follow up on health needs and changes as they arise and establish trust, confidence, and positive relationships with both the individuals served, their families, as well as JSDD team members.

Responsibilities

• Support the health and wellness of the residents in each of the homes operated by JSDD
• Follow all JSDD policy and procedures including but not limited to medical policies and procedures
• Provide education to residents in managing and advocating for their own health to the greatest extent possible
• Provide on-going education/in-service training to JSDD team members on health issues as needed
• Monitor, coordinate and manage the medical/nursing needs of each resident, including scheduling and accompaniment to physician appointments/Urgent Care and or ER as needed
• Function as a liaison between JSDD team members and health care providers/pharmacies/insurance companies when needed
• Be thoroughly familiar with each resident’s medical history and current health status
• Communicate effectively with Director of Nursing and Associate Director of Nursing and other JSDD team members
• Ensure all physician orders/recommendations/follow up/referrals are implemented as soon as possible and documented as necessary by JSDD team members
• Assistance with personal hygiene skills and activities of daily living as needed
• Conduct thorough nursing reviews at residential sites on a regularly scheduled basis to assure staff accuracy
• Assist management in maintaining an adequate supply of medications and medical supplies as needed
• Provide recommendations as appropriate for medical care for residents
• Ensure electronic health records are up to date with current & historical medical information
• Ensure copies of current orders and current prescriptions are on file for all medications and that their information is accurately transcribed onto records
• Support residential managers/senior direct care professionals in organizing and maintaining each resident’s medical file
• Participate/collaborate in the ISP process as part of an interdisciplinary team as needed
• Function as a contact for JSDD team members/residents regarding any medical information, recommendations or questions resulting from medical appointments or in case of illness or adverse reaction to medication etc.
• Cooperate with any and all JSDD and Division of Developmental Disabilities inspections and investigations
• Other relevant duties assigned and under the supervision of the Director of Nursing

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,400.00 – $68,640.00 per year
Work Location: In person

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance