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Adult Program Nurse

Job Details

Highland Park Location - Highland Park, IL
Full Time
4 Year Degree
$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary/year
Up to 50%
Day
Nurse

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Adult Programs Nurse provides oversight of resident’s healthcare needs and nursing support to both the MY Life and GADOL program. Primary responsibilities include managing resident’s medical records, monitoring resident’s health status and the training and oversight of all medication administration performed by Authorized Direct Support Professionals (ADSPs).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct medication administration staff training. Includes 8 hours med class, annual re-evaluations, competency-based training assessments and any other related training as needed.
  • Complete nursing assessment, including evaluation of the individual’s physical status, mental status, medical history and medication orders on an annual basis or more often if needed.
  • Complete the Health Risk Screening Tool on an annual basis for each resident.
  • Assess individual’s capabilities of self-administering medication at least annually, using the SAMA assessment tool.
  • Ensure each resident’s health status has been assessed by a physician, advanced practice nurse or physician assistant at least annually.
  • Receive all medications and review labeling and orders to make sure these include all necessary information, per Rule 116.
  • Review all medication administration records for completeness and accuracy, at least on a monthly basis. This includes controlled substance count sheets.
  • Maintain an inventory and record of the use of controlled substances.
  • Conduct random medication observations of each ADSP on a quarterly basis and conduct re-training, as needed.
  • Check medications at each residence on a quarterly basis for expiration dates.
  • Review medication error reports on a monthly basis and work with Director and Vice President to develop corrective action plans.
  • Maintain knowledge and oversee implementation of all items included in Rule 116.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Requires a Registered Nurse (RN), who is licensed to work in the state of Illinois
  • Nurse Trainer certification completed by the DHS DDD.
  • At least two (2) years of experience as a nurse in a CILA facility or similar position
  • Knowledge of DHS Rule 116
  • An unblemished nursing and background record
  • An effective communicator, verbal and written
  • Experienced in medication management
  • Ability to positively interface with our clients and staff
  • Valid driver’s license and safe driving

ABOUT KESHET

Keshet is a one-of-a-kind organization that brings classroom experiences, camps, sports, residential, social, and vocational activities for 600 people with disabilities each year. From the very start, Keshet has grown alongside our participants, creating a community of belonging where people of all abilities learn, play, work, live, and grow together. 

 Today, Keshet continues to flourish, with over 75 programs in the Chicago and Wisconsin area, four residential homes, 200 dedicated staff and lay leaders, dozens of community and corporate partners, and thousands of engaged donors around the world. Nurtured by respect, creativity, tenacity and unconditional love, Keshet makes a powerful difference in the lives of each child and adult with disabilities, their families, the community and beyond.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned at any time by CEO.  Keshet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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