Gather information about the consumer’s psychological, physiological, sociological, cultural, nutritional, and spiritual status through interviews with the patient, family, case manager, and/or designated power of attorney.
Collaborates with a team to include consumer, family, health care provider, (medical or mental health) case/care manager, and non-licensed staff to develop a person-centered plan of care for the consumer
Develops and implements educational plans and/or goals to assist the consumer in achieving maximum health care benefits.
Promotes and provides consumer safety through established nursing care processes, the scope of service, and/or regulatory components to include medication storage, medication reconciliations, medication administration, and measuring medication compliance of the patient.
Responds to and report any changes in the consumer’s condition in a timely manner, documenting any changes in the patient intervention and goals within 24 hours.
Stays informed of state and federal regulations and compliance related to the nursing practice of designated work areas, including but not limited to behavioral/mental health, developmental disabilities, youth services, and home health care services.
Documents nursing assessments and interventions utilizing Credible
Provides follow-up and feedback to the patient/client related to their health care concerns and problems.
Administer medication and treatments under the supervision and orders of the Physician and/or Nurse Practitioner and document the administration and treatment immediately after rendering.
Provides the Physician and/or Nurse Practitioner with medical/nursing information related to the patient’s clients’ response to medications and/or treatments, including but not limited to side effects of medications.
Advocates for the consumer through the reporting and follow-up on patient/client health care issues and concerns.
Assist the psych department in developing, evaluating, and revising nursing policies and procedures.
Maintaining and facilitating HIPAA compliance/Privacy laws Supports Wellness HealthCare’s mission, vision, and value statement, as other related duties and
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited/approved school of Nursing
A minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience as a licensed nurse in the relevant area, including mental/behavioral health, developmental disability, youth/adolescent services, working with the elderly, and/or home care experience
Current RN licensure in DC
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Electronic Health Records experience (iCams/Credible preferred)
