Registered Nurse, Developmental Disabilities

Min

USD $50.00 / Hr.

Max

USD $55.00 / Hr.

Position Overview

I. SCOPE OF ROLE :

The Developmental Disabilities Division believes that our role in supporting people with

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to live meaningful lives as determined by the

individual. All persons shall live a life with dignity conforming to each personal value

system. Our philosophy is for the people we serve to be part of the community, to live fulfilling

lives free of pain, suffering, illness and barriers. Our mission is to ensure access to the best health

care, clinical supports and well-trained staff.

S : US recognizes the unique needs of those we serve and promotes health equity. Members of the

organization emphasize the importance of nursing contribution and advocacy to strive for

mitigating illness and injury and early detection of conditions requiring treatment. The scope of

the unique nursing practice uses the framework necessary to ensure safe and competent nursing

care involving each person and their circle of support.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Assessment

• Assesses individual's health condition as needed, and determines the need for referral to physician

or emergency room based on observation and / or staff provided information

Report, Evaluation of Individuals Ability to Self-medicate, within 30 days of placement, and

annually thereafter.

o Identification and assessment

o Reporting to medical authorities

o Implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures

agency policy

are followed

added to plan of nursing services, train program specialists and program / assistant directors

added to plan of nursing services, train program specialists and program / assistant directors

Planning

as part of the Interdisciplinary Team process.

from completed nursing evaluations and quarterly nursing physical assessments.

carried out.

the individual's Community Service Plan

o Reviews and follow up on Quality Improvement Reports completed by management.

meetings within or outside the residence

primary physician, psychiatrist and residence Behavior Intervention Specialist

(in accordance with OPWDD regulations and / or agency policy).

signs, monthly weight, adaptive equipment, seizure activity and records, head injury questionnaire,

menstrual records and applicable flowsheets on an ongoing basis. Reports irregularities or

abnormalities to the individual's primary physician as needed

scheduled in a timely manner.

care practitioner.

Triage Protocol and for consultation as needed.

other funding agency guidelines

Job Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

services

Preferred Qualifications

alternatives to make sound decisions.

Copes adequately with stress on the job.

procedures.

directives. Organizes own time and prioritizes workload effectively. Uses resources wisely.

appropriate behavior. Represents the organization in a positive and appropriate manner to outside

resources.

effectiveness or is inconsistent with core values.

and overcomes obstacles to get the job done.

Company Overview

SUS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values : respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

S : US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S : US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Benefits & Compensation at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org.

ID

2025-16809