Wellness Coord II, MH CRTF

Elwyn; Elwyn (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and %

Job summary

Elwyn in Pennsylvania is seeking a Mental Health Wellness Coordinator II (RN) for a residential setting to provide clinically therapeutic health care to individuals with severe autism and complex needs. This role administers medications, monitors health, and coordinates medical follow-up with the treatment team.

As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will develop health care plans, conduct medical evaluations, promote client independence, and ensure safety while following PA Nurse Practice

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Clinical experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge of EHR/EMR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive medical evaluations upon admission/readmission.
• Collaborate with physicians and therapists to plan the therapeutic program.
• Monitor health status and medications; facilitate follow-up.
• Develop health care plans for 24/7 care and update every 30 days.
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Educate residents and staff on health care needs.

Skills

RN

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

EHR/EMR

MS Office (Word/Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Retirement Savings Plan

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY: As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Mental Health Wellness Coordinator II provides and supports others in providing normalized, empathic, clinically therapeutic, and preventative health care to individuals with severe autism with complex psychiatric and medical needs within a residential setting. The Wellness Coordinator II administers medications and treatments, monitors each client's physical and psychological status; and facilitates medical follow up as needed. The Wellness Coordinator II provides education related to each client's individualized health care needs and promotes client independence. The Mental Health Wellness Coordinator II practices within the scope of Pennsylvania's Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with Elwyn's policies and procedures and those of Elwyn's regulatory agencies.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete a comprehensive evaluation including but not limited to medical, behavioral history and medications upon admission/readmission and as changing health needs indicate
• Collaborate with physicians, physical rehabilitation professionals, therapists, health care and mental health professionals and other members of the Treatment Team to plan and implement the therapeutic program of care
• Complete a Quarterly Medical evaluation that includes a review of systems, full body exam, skin checks, Braden Scale, and Fall Risk Assessment
• Present clinical data obtained through direct observation, interview, physical evaluation and other reports to the larger Treatment Team; present information in a concise and organized manner
• Attend and participate in team meetings by providing current client physical and psychiatrist and medication updates
• Develop a health care plan for clients requiring 24/7 care that includes specific goals and directions for meeting the client's health care needs
• Review and revise the health care plan at a minimum of every 30 days and incorporate data gathered through nursing evaluation and communication with the Treatment Team
• Refer clients to physicians when evaluation indicates further medical evaluation is required; facilitate transfer to the hospital/Emergency Department
• Complete hospital and Emergency Department transfer sheets; copy and forward the annual physical exam, last set of 90 Day Physician Orders, current Medication Administration Record (MARs), and other pertinent information
• Monitor weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, metabolic monitoring, body mass index (BMI) and other measurements including but not limited to Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) per physician orders
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician in accordance with Elwyn's medication policies and procedures; obtain verbal orders from the physician when necessary and transcribe the information as per policy
• Administer and document prescribed medications and treatments on hard copy MARs or in an electronic format (eMARs)
• Administer enteral tube feedings, blood glucose testing, nebulizer treatments, and skin care as ordered by the physician
• Report any observed medication and treatment side effects or abnormal laboratory values to the prescribing physician, Director of Nursing or / charge nurse immediately
• Monitor and contribute regularly to maintaining a safe and living environment as the key healthcare representative of the interdisciplinary team including but not limited to, monitoring for potential threats to health and safety and taking appropriate action to eliminate such threats when discovered
• Facilitate communication and collaboration with community-based social service agencies, healthcare providers, insurance providers, county and state offices of behavioral health, families, and other stakeholders in order to ensure quality care for the individuals served
• Assure adherence to all established Addison Hines healthcare and safety policies, procedures, protocols, and regulations as they apply to the individuals being served
• Provide psychoeducation training for residents and/or staff as needed to improve understanding of particular healthcare conditions
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, crisis intervention and medication administration using agency protocols as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Clinical experience in a children's behavioral health setting preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions
• Must be able to perform CPR, first aid, crisis intervention and medication administration using agency protocols
• Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred
• Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook
• Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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