Registered Nurse / Temp to Hire

Company: Gateways To Change Inc.
Location: Cranston
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionGateways to Change is a non-profit agency providing services to adults with developmental and physical disabilities in residential and community settingsGeneral Statement of Duties:Will work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to insure that the health care of each individual being served is maintained.Qualifications:Education:Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing and licensed in the State of Rhode IslandExperience:Minimum of one-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities and a strong medical/surgical background.Competencies:

• Good organizational skills
• Must be able to work as part of the interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrate good clinical skills
• Able to communicate well with people of diverse backgrounds
• Good verbal and written expressionSchedule of Hours:Flexible hours to meet the needs of the program and clientsSpecific Duties:1. Monitor physical, emotional, and behavioral status of individuals in your care.2. When needs are identified, will initiate contact with day program director and registered nurse to have the need evaluated through consultation, notification of family and/or medical appointments.3. Follow through on recommendations from service providers by informing and training staff on new or revised protocols or procedures4. Accompanies individuals on appointments or insures that individuals are taken on appoints.5. Creates nursing plans of care, outlining goals, objectives, and approach for meeting needs.6. Write monthly nursing notes assessing ongoing health care issues.7. Observe each staff administer and record medication, evaluate their performance and document each staff personal training.Requirements:- Must have a valid driver's license, car insurance, registration, and inspection - Must provide a criminal background check with no disqualifying offenses Gateways to Change is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.This is a Temp to Hire position

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