Senior RN – Clinical Oversight & Staff Training

Jewish-Child-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Jewish Child and Family Services in Chicago, IL seeks an RN to provide nursing oversight, clinical guidance, and training to support residents in Residential Supports. You will supervise the Medical Services Coordinator and oversee DSP medication administration in accordance with DHS Rule 116.

This role requires current Illinois RN license and at least two years of nursing experience, with ability to coordinate with families and healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN license.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience.
• Experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities preferred.
• DHS RN Trainer certification or ability to obtain certification within required timeframe.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable access to a vehicle.
• CPR/First Aid Trainer certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent professional judgment within the scope of nursing practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant medical and health records.
• Ability to train, supervise, and provide clinical guidance to staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing oversight for the health and medical needs of individuals supported by Residential Supports.
• Maintain current knowledge of each resident’s medical, psychiatric, developmental, and health-related needs.
• Complete initial and ongoing nursing assessments in accordance with DHS Rule 115, agency policy, and individual needs.
• Coordinate access to appropriate medical, dental, psychiatric, and specialty services and follow up on medical recommendations, orders, and changes in treatment.
• Manage and monitor medical orders, medication supplies, and required health and medication documentation.
• Provide nursing consultation and triage within the scope of practice and coordinate timely follow-up when additional medical evaluation or intervention is needed.
• Provide clinical guidance, training, and oversight to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) regarding medication administration and dispensing in accordance with DHS Rule 116.
• Train and assess DSP competency related to medication administration, medical orders, medication side effects, health monitoring, wellness, injury prevention, and other identified health needs.
• Maintain required DHS RN Trainer certification and ensure required medication training and competency documentation remains current.
• Directly supervise the Medical Services Coordinator and provide clinical direction, support, and oversight of assigned responsibilities.
• Participate in the Residential Supports intake process by assessing medical needs, identifying potential health and safety considerations, and presenting recommendations to the Residential Supports Panel.
• Support the development and launch of new residential teams by coordinating medical information, staff training, documentation, and health supports.
• Maintain accurate and confidential resident and personnel health records in accordance with agency procedures and DHS requirements.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, guardians, healthcare providers, pharmacists, DSPs, and other members of the interdisciplinary team regarding health needs and follow-up.
• Provide or participate in on-call nursing support related to medication administration and other health needs, as assigned.
• Monitor health-related incidents, medication errors, and trends and present relevant data during quarterly CQI meetings.
• Lead Rule 116 compliance reviews and audits; identify areas of concern and develop, implement, and monitor corrective action plans as needed.
• Promote compliance with applicable DHS nursing, health, medication, and documentation requirements.

Skills

Strong Clinical Judgment

Detail-Oriented and Organized

Strong Communication and Collaboration

Independent and Accountable

Solution-Focused

Prioritize & Multi-Task Health Needs

Education

Illinois RN license

Job description

Jewish Child and Family Services in Chicago, IL seeks an RN to provide nursing oversight, clinical guidance, and training to support residents in Residential Supports. You will supervise the Medical Services Coordinator and oversee DSP medication administration in accordance with DHS Rule 116.

This role requires current Illinois RN license and at least two years of nursing experience, with ability to coordinate with families and healthcare providers.