RN HealthCare Coordinator

Description

Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. We are seeking a qualified and caring person to work as an RN Healthcare Coordinator to provide healthcare coordination and direct intervention, as needed, for designated individuals.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Full-time position Monday - Friday

RN MUST be familiar and experienced in Division of Developmental Disability Services (DDDS)

Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance & short-term disability
• Mileage reimbursement
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Advancement opportunities
• Flexible schedule

Responsibilities:

• Provide training for unlicensed staff to meet the healthcare needs of individuals served.
• Contribute to the clinical oversight of program LPN, as applicable.
• Provide healthcare and wellness coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
• Function as liaison and advocate for individuals' healthcare with all members of individual medical and interdisciplinary teams. Advocate for their wellbeing and inclusion.
• Train unlicensed staff on medication administration, delegated tasks, treatment protocols, and monitoring.
• Become a LLAM certified training in the state of DE
• Implement and train employees on new and revised health related policies and procedures in a timely manner as directed.
• Oversee pharmacy and medication needs This may include but is not limited to reviews, obtaining medications, and prior authorizations.
• Order medical supplies from established formularies as applicable for your program.
• Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments per company policy, federal, and state regulations, as applicable.
• Support individuals in obtaining health services appropriate for their preventative, acute, and/or chronic illness needs.
• Oversee that the health status and physical conditions of individuals are assessed (hands-on), monitored, reported, and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Respond to emergency medical situations in a timely manner, as appropriate.
• Participate in and attend assigned medical individuals' appointments (as directed), individual specific, nurse, departmental, and other meetings as required.
• Develop and update individual specific health risk plans to ensure appropriate medical care for assigned individuals
• For a full and complete list, please contact HR

Qualifications:

• RN with current DE license.
• Experience in IDD/Mental Health nursing.
• Experience with the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDDS) in Dover
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.
• Valid Driver's License, with no driving limitations.

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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