Registered Nurse RN, Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Salary Range: $70,000–$72,000
Comprehensive Benefits Package Included
Position Overview
The Registered Nurse (RN) reports to the Program Director and Clinical Supervisor and plays a key role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities served by Creative Community Services, Inc (CCS). This full-time position requires travel within an hour of our Norcross office and the ability to work flexible hours as needed.
The RN will provide clinical oversight, health care planning, medication training, and consultative support to staff, individuals, and families, while serving as a positive role model aligned with the mission and values of CCS.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Medical Oversight & Clinical Support
- Maintain a consistent caseload with regular home visits to individuals in Host Home setting.
- Ensure all medications are properly examined for accuracy, storage, and expiration.
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and strong decision-making regarding the safety and care of individuals.
- Provide direct training and consultation on medication administration and disposal, health care planning, and recognizing signs of illness.
- Understand the use and management of psychotropic medications.
- Educate staff, including Host Home Providers (HHPs), and Family Consultants (FCs), on medical best practices and individual care needs.
- Serve as a resource for the Critical Response Team (CRT) in navigating complex or urgent medical situations.
Training & Documentation
- Conduct onboarding medical training for new HHPs and CAs, including instruction on Health Care Plans (HCPs), medication protocols, and clinical procedures.
- Complete and update annual Health Care Plans for each individual, collaborating with the individual, HHPs, and Family Consultants.
- Utilize the IDD/Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Portal to document and monitor health information. Complete HRST training and perform annual ratings and updates as needed.
Communication & Collaboration
- Maintain regular and responsive communication with individuals, family members, and team members to provide medical education and answer questions related to care and medication.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure person-centered health support is integrated into overall care planning.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform essential job duties that include sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, and driving.
- Must have a valid Georgia driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Other Duties
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisors.
Confidentiality and Ethics
- Adhere strictly to CCS’s policies on confidentiality, particularly regarding individual medical history, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Comply with agency policies, including the Corporal Punishment Policy, and demonstrate ethical and respectful interactions with all clients and staff.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia.
- Minimum of one year experience in psychiatric or mental health nursing and one year of experience with medication management, preferably in a developmental disabilities setting.
- Strong communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills required.
- Comfortable working independently and in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.