Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. 
 
 We are seeking a Director of Nursing in Western Pennsylvania. The Director of Nursing leads a team including RNs and LPNs for an assigned region to care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support teams with day-to-day operations and challenges to ensure the medical and healthcare needs of the individuals we support are met.
 
Responsibilities  
  • Lead and train teams to support programmatic initiatives, goals, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, employee recognition, and internal control reviews
  • Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
  • Train staff on the healthcare needs, medical conditions, and plan of care for assigned individuals
  • Develop and conduct comprehensive training programs
  • Develop and update nursing care plans and health care plans with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
  • Ensure nursing protocols comply with state and board of nursing regulations and guidelines
  • Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services
  • Ensure nurse assessments and program documentation are completed accurately and timely
  • Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed
  • Assess systemic risk management issues with the administration of medications
  • Review all medication errors, analyze each error, and report per state regulations
  • Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
  • Follow strict infection control procedures regarding blood borne pathogens
  • Available after hours by phone for on call emergency telephone triage
Minimum Requirements  
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field
  • Valid RN license allowing you to practice in assigned state
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Minimum two years of experience as a registered nurse
  • Complete all state and agency required training
  • Remain abreast of all board of nursing regulations and industry standards
  • Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
  • Knowledge of state regulatory agency operations and standards relevant to supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
  • Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Experience working with electronic health record systems; Therap preferred
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
 
Why Community Options? 
  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities
  • University partnerships that include tuition reduction 
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V 
 
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