Registered Nurse New

A health services network in California is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join one of their residential group homes in San Diego County.

About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Assignment Length: Ongoing
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm
• Setting: Group Home
• Patient Population: Pediatrics
• Patient Volume: 4 per day

Responsibilities:

• Obtaining information or updates on people supported and reporting on-site for observations and assessments, or to conduct training, as needed
• Collecting data to support assessments of people supported, including taking vital signs, social history, chief complaint(s), and current concern
• Alerting the appropriate community physician to any complaints received by people supported, especially those that are or may be life-threatening, or otherwise notable
• Documenting all calls, correspondence, and encounters with people supported in accordance with established guidelines and within appropriate timelines in electronic systems or on paper, as required by regulations
• Assessing the condition and learning needs of people supported as it relates to their healthcare
• Providing education regarding treatments, special diets, and medications
• Following up on diagnostic tests and healthy lifestyle information
• Performing other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current CA Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS certification

Desired Skills:

• Experience with individuals with I/DD, Mental Health or related needs and/or individuals in crisis
• Familiarity with California's Lanterman Act and Title 17 and 22 regulations