Registered Nurse

Primary Responsibility:

 Provide the overall direction and supervision of the medical aspects of the Residential Program.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Oversees the maintenance of the residents’ clinical records and ensures compliance with the state’s DDD and Department of Human Services’ (DHS) licensing regulations and federal laws and regulations. 
• Provide oversight of Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
• Conduct and oversee the proper education and training of staff hired, as well as annual staff education and evaluation of personnel performance which includes promoting ongoing professional development. 
• Conduct monthly and quarterly audits on resident medical and medication files.
• Work closely with Residential Managers to update and correct errors found in the individuals medical and medication files.
• Assist management with coaching and refresher training sessions when needed. 
• Maintain an open line of communication with clients, physicians, pharmacy, and therapists.
• Transitional Care-medication management, oversight of doctor appointments and managing the care of residents with Residential Manager.
• Assist with scheduling medical appointments and medical procedures as needed.
• Attend medical appointments as needed.
• Collaborate with individuals full care team to carry out treatment plans by working closely with identified primary care physicians and specialists for residents.
• Participates in IDT meetings and Annual ISP meetings for all residents.
• Complete incident reports as needed and quarterly Performance and Quality Improvement.
• Schedule regular one-on-one meetings with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and complete annual performance review.
• Participate in Jfed leadership meetings and meetings pertaining to Weinberg Commons as requested.
• Follows the Jewish Federation policies and procedures. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey.
• BSN with 2 years of professional experience in community health; or RN with 3 years professional experience in community health. 
• Have at least one year experience working in a DHS funded residential setting under 10:44A Community Standards preferred.
• Must have a Driver’s license valid in the state of New Jersey.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills 
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Submit to a criminal background check and be determined to be not disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to hire.
• Agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
• Shall submit to drug testing and receive a clear drug screen prior to employment per Stephen Komninos Law.
• Shall submit to drug testing conducted randomly and for cause.
• Shall complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI). 
• Must be vaccinated for Covid -19 or meet criteria under both DHS/CDC guidelines. 
• Must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of inclusion, compassion and can problem solve with individuals with disabilities and their families. 
• Will cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

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