Virtual Nurse

Job Overview:

As the Agency Virtual Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive medical care and support to individuals residing in a residential care setting. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Your responsibilities will include administering medical treatments, managing health records, implementing care plans, and maintaining a supportive environment for the individuals under your care.


Responsibilities:

· Provide prescribed treatment and healthcare procedures as directed by the physician.

· Creating and distributing Individual Plan Medical/Health Reports, outlining participants' overall health, healthcare goals, and physician's recommendations for each participant.

· Document and share the individual's health status with relevant support people, such as family members and/or caregivers.

· Promptly inform supervisor of any concerns or issues related to individuals’ health needs.

· Advocate for individuals by seeking medical care based on needs assessment.

· Make appropriate referrals for necessary medical services or consultations.

· Conduct quarterly and as needed in-service training for support staff and managers for knowledge and skills enhancement.

· Ensure MARs are accurate and documented appropriately, through monthly reviews and unannounced audits.

· Schedule and coordinate medical appointments while working with team to ensure all medical appointments are completed and paperwork is accurately filled per 6400 regulations.

· Maintain an appointment tracker per agency protocol; ensure all medical paperwork are saved electronically and paper copy filed in program book.

· Assist in creating a strong support network, connecting the individual, family members, and the community.

· Review all medical paperwork and ensure follow-up appointments are scheduled and completed.

· Ensure all doctors’ orders are carried out promptly.

· Attend specialized medical appointment as needed and determined by the team.

· Ensure that individuals’ insurances are up to date with the appropriate coverage.

· Manage the inventory of medical supplies (company and individuals’) and place orders when supplies are running low.

· Rate individuals as a HRST Rater

· Collaborate with Managers to address medication errors or other medical incidents.

· Investigate incidents as assigned.

· Be available for on-call duties as required, to address urgent medical needs.

· And other job duties as assigned.

Remember, your role involves providing vital care and support, and clear communication and adherence to protocols are crucial in delivering quality healthcare services.


Required Qualifications:

· Current LPN or RN License

· HRST experience preferred, not required.

· Knowledge of care planning, and medication management, and dosage calculation.

· Minimum 1 year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as a team.

· Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities.

· Knowledge and understanding of regulatory agency operations (6400).

· Competent Computer Skills, including MS Office

· Excellent time management skills.

· Internet skills including use of e-mails, group message and data.