IDD Registered Nurse

Job Details: Job Location: Liberty IDD Clubhouse

• Hinesville, GA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $43.00, Job Shift: Morning, Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs professional nursing services for individuals receiving services within the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) program. Provides assessment, treatment, education, medication management, health monitoring, and oversight of healthcare services in accordance with physician orders, accepted nursing standards of practice, regulatory requirements, and agency policies. Provides support and guidance to Licensed Practical Nurses, Direct Support Professionals, and other staff regarding healthcare needs and service delivery.

Essential Functions

Performs comprehensive nursing assessments. Conducts head-to-toe physical examinations and visual health assessments. Uses appropriate interviewing techniques to obtain health histories and relevant clinical information. Documents assessment findings and health information accurately and timely. Administers medications safely and accurately within agency guidelines.

Performs treatments and preventative healthcare activities in accordance with physician orders and accepted nursing standards. Monitors, records, and reports symptoms and changes in health status. Provides care utilizing respect, dignity, compassion, and professionalism. Educates individuals, caregivers, and staff regarding diagnoses, disease processes, medications, and treatment plans.

Accurately transcribes, implements, and documents physician orders. Maintains tracking systems and logs including, but not limited to, TB screenings, physical examinations, and Proxy Caregiver Training records. Maintains accurate and detailed health records and reports. Reports significant health concerns, abnormalities, or changes in condition promptly.

Provides oversight and clinical guidance to Licensed Practical Nurses and Direct Support Professionals. Monitors overall health status, medical conditions, and medication management for assigned individuals. Utilizes Health Risk Screening Tools to identify and address healthcare risks. Develops, updates, and monitors individualized Healthcare Plans.

Provides staff training related to medications, healthcare plans, proxy caregiving, and health-related procedures. Maintains Proxy Caregiver documentation and training records. Manages Medication Administration Records (MARs), including additions, modifications, and discontinuations. Conducts MAR audits in accordance with agency requirements.

Accompanies individuals to medical appointments as needed. Advocates for individuals regarding healthcare needs and services. Conducts nursing site monitoring and quality assurance activities. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning activities. Required Knowledge & Skills: Ability to identify and report adverse medication side effects and reactions.

Ability to assess patient limitations and healthcare needs. Ability to safely operate lifting and transfer devices. Ability to identify and monitor skin integrity issues, including pressure injuries. Ability to recognize personal care and hygiene needs. Ability to accurately document observations, behaviors, and health-related information.

Ability to recognize significant physical, behavioral, or emotional changes. Ability to perform CPR and respond appropriately in emergency situations. Ability to obtain and interpret vital signs. Ability to assess, prioritize, and coordinate healthcare services. Ability to collect bodily fluid specimens and perform related nursing procedures.

Ability to answer healthcare-related questions and provide education. Ability to troubleshoot healthcare equipment and devices. Ability to provide nursing care, personal care, and hygiene assistance. Ability to explain healthcare procedures clearly and effectively. Ability to assist physicians and healthcare providers during treatment and examinations.

Ability to assist with feeding and nutritional support when necessary. Ability to implement established treatment plans and nursing interventions. Ability to inspect and verify proper operation of medical equipment. Ability to facilitate educational and health-related activities. Knowledge of emergency and code response procedures.

Knowledge of body mechanics and safe lifting techniques. Knowledge of safety procedures for moving and transferring individuals. Knowledge of lifting devices and assistive equipment. Knowledge of departmental, programmatic, and agency policies and procedures. Knowledge of feeding techniques and nutritional support. Knowledge of nursing care, first aid, infection control, and environmental hygiene.

Knowledge of ambulatory and adaptive devices. Knowledge of mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, related health disorders, and treatment approaches. Knowledge of facility safety protocols and infection prevention practices. Knowledge of care planning, nursing diagnoses, and treatment planning. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Strong work ethic with a sense of ownership and accountability.

Qualifications

Competencies: Clinical Judgment Patient Advocacy Communication Accountability Professionalism Attention to Detail Critical Thinking Problem Solving Teamwork and Collaboration Time Management Ethical Conduct Customer Service Adaptability Quality of Work Dependability Required Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university; OR Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license in good standing. Related nursing experience in healthcare, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, or human services preferred. Upon appointment to the position, the employee assumes responsibility for meeting and maintaining all minimum qualification requirements, including applicable certifications, licenses, continuing education, competency validations, and mandatory annual or recurrent training.

Failure to maintain such requirements may affect eligibility to perform assigned duties. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Work Environment: This position operates in professional office, residential, clinical, and community-based settings. The role routinely uses standard office equipment including computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing systems, and related equipment.

Travel between Gateway locations and service sites may be required. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Frequently walks, sits, stands, and kneels. Occasionally climbs, balances, bends, and stoops.

Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Ability to work in stressful environments and respond to emergency situations. May be exposed to blood and bodily fluids. Must have the ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer. Frequently utilizes hearing, visual acuity, and fine motor skills. Must be able to travel between Gateway locations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Gateway BHS promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through mandatory pre-employment drug testing. Terms & Conditions: Reports to work when scheduled and begins and ends work as expected. Reports anticipated tardiness or absence to the supervisor.

Observes policies regarding regarding meal and break periods. Uses work time appropriately and efficiently. Requests and utilizes leave appropriately. Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with site dress code requirements. Observes health, safety, and sanitation policies. Performs work according to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines.

Ensures licensure and certification are current and active without suspension or revocation throughout employment. Ensures compliance with required training, including new employee orientation. Does not engage in activities other than official business during work hours. Does not report to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Adheres to Gateway’s Standards of Conduct 3.13 and Employee Ethics 3.23. May be required to remain at or return to work during agency incidents or emergencies and may work non-traditional schedules as necessary to support agency operations. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee in this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Schedule: Monday

• Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. No weekends, No holidays.