Residential Nurse Case Manager - Pittsburgh

Overview Using a person-centered approach, the LPN works collaboratively within a team to maintain and provide health care for individuals in Residential Group Homes. You will help ensure that individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities receive the highest quality care while actively participating in the development of their personal service plans. This is a Monday–Friday position during first-shift hours.What You’ll DoAs part of an interdisciplinary team, you will:Coordinate, follow up, and maintain health care services for assigned clientsDevelop, implement, and continuously review individualized healthcare plansMaintain comprehensive medical records and documentationTranscribe and communicate physician orders and ensure appropriate follow-up and referralsCommunicate health-related changes regarding our clients to internal teams. Interact with doctors’ offices, hospitals, pharmacies, and other medical providersManage all medical appointments, including annual physicals, ensuring timeliness and regulatory complianceCoordinates with the contracted pharmacy all issues regarding medication ordering, reordering, prior authorizations, Medication Administration Record reviews, etc.Maintains medication regimen to ensure the safe and effective use of medications.Complete lifetime medical histories and pertinent information for physiciansVisit assigned homes as needed; check on individuals or staff training completionMaintain a thorough working knowledge of all applicable agency and regulatory policies, procedures, and practicesEnsure compliance with laws and 6400 regulationsAttend required in-service trainingWhat You’ll BringA commitment to promoting dignity, respect, and independence for all individualsPatience and empathy in working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and needsStrong communication skills to collaborate with team members, individuals, and familiesA desire to learn, grow, and make a meaningful difference in someone’s lifeWhat You’ll HaveNursing license in the State of Pennsylvania and qualified to pass medicationsOne year of clinical experience or other appropriate experienceExperience working with intellectually disabled adults is helpful, but not mandatoryCertification in CPR for health professionalsValid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle, proof of insurance, and registrationEligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History ClearanceFBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirement