Registered Nurse (RN) | CA Active Consulting

Description

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.

Our California Active Consulting team in LA County, CA are currently recruiting for a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) provide healthcare coordination and direct nursing interventions and support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and/or mental health diagnoses in crisis or at risk of inpatient placement, involvement with law enforcement, potential harm to themselves or others, or loss of residential/home placement due to severe behavioral and/or psychiatric related issues.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Advancement opportunities.
• 401k with company match.
• Employee discounts with various vendors.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide healthcare coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
• Ensure that the health status and physical conditions of individuals are assessed, monitored, reported, and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner by care providers.
• Provide face-to-face or virtual coaching and training with family members, caregivers, and DSP staff of participating IDD/BH providers.
• Respond to emergency medical situations in a timely manner.
• Oversee medication regimen and need(s), that may include but is not limited to medication reviews, assistance in obtaining medications, and prior authorizations.
• Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments per company policy, federal, and state regulations, as applicable.
• Provide crisis assessment, de-escalation and support to the individual and teams as required.
• Collaborate with Program Director, Program Manager and other team members on individual and provider support activities.
• Comply with all organization standards to assure the health, safety, and confidentiality of all
  individuals.
• Support individuals in obtaining health services appropriate for preventative, acute, and/or chronic illness needs.
• Participate in and attend assigned individual's appointments, as clinically/medically indicated, and other meetings as required.
• Develop and update individual specific health risk plans to ensure appropriate medical care for assigned individuals.
• Assist in managing transitions of care when applicable to and from hospital, nursing home, rehabilitation facility and/or another agency.
• Provide oversight with physician orders and appointments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to express and exchange ideas through verbal and non-verbal communication with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively understand program and regulation requirements, multi-task, and train staff.
• Possess the skills to operate independently and/or in a team environment.
• Knowledge and skill to use computer
• Ability and skills to train others
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport and create a supportive therapeutic environment

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Current California Licensure as Registered Nurse;
• Professional license in good standing with applicable licensing board(s)
• Valid BLS CPR and Basic First Aid certification:
• Crisis de-escalation verbal skills and physical management training certificate, i.e., Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).
• Maintain valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Must be computer literate.

Preferred:

• Two years' experience working with individuals diagnosed with IDD and behavioral health diagnoses
• Fluent bilingual speaker in one or more of the following languages: (English/Spanish; English/Mandarin; English/Korean; English/Tagalog).
• Experience working with individuals in crisis in community settings, i.e., residence, school, etc.;
• Working knowledge of the California DDS, MHSD and Regional Centers service systems.

We'd love to see your application! Apply online today at www.BenchmarkHS.com/Careers.

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

Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

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