Registered Nurse - RN - Opelika

Requirements

• Responsible for securing appropriate care if unable to provide care indicated
• Responsible for the supervision and safety of consumers
• Responsible for monitoring the medical condition of consumers on a regular basis and for obtaining appropriate medical care when indicated.
• Performs nursing assessments and makes recommendations regarding consumer physical and emotional health
• Ensures doctor orders are followed. Provides educational groups for consumers and family members. Provides individual patient education services
• Consults with family members and other Center staff regarding medical concerns and medical follow-up. Ensures infection control policies and procedures are followed
• consults with program director or clinical staff as appropriate.
• etc. When behavioral abnormalities or side effects are observed
• sputum
• Collects laboratory specimens and assists direct care staff in the collection of routine stool specimens
• Ensures height and weight checks are documented on a weekly/monthly basis as indicated by the program. Monitors seizure records.
• Ensures blood pressure and pulse checks are taken and documented regularly.
• with physicians and psychiatrists regarding medical issues.
• etc. Consults
• behavior
• hygiene
• relating to diet
• Monitors medical records to ensure that regular doctor and dental visits are scheduled. Provides emergency medical care as needed and ensures that emergency supply kits are properly stocked.
• on a regular basis