Community RN

JOB PURPOSE

Our Community RN plays a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals we serve. In this role, you’ll work closely with direct support professionals (DSPs), case managers, healthcare providers, and the Health Services Coordinator to oversee medical care, provide staff training, and ensure compliance with Missouri Department of Mental Health (MO DMH) regulations.

POSITION TYPE

Hourly-Part-time

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Health Management & Direct Care:
  
  
  
  • Conduct comprehensive health assessments for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
  
  
  • Develop and implement individualized health care plans in collaboration with case managers and medical providers.
  
  
  • Administer medications and treatments as needed.
  
  
  • Monitor and document health conditions, vital signs, and changes in medical status.
  
  
  • Provide emergency medical care and intervention as necessary.
  
  
  
  


• Medication & Compliance Oversight:
  
  
  
  • Oversee medication administration programs and ensure compliance with MO DMH regulations.
  
  
  • Train and delegate medication administration responsibilities to qualified staff (e.g., Level 1 Medication Aides).
  
  
  • Conduct medication audits and documentation reviews to ensure accuracy.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate and confidential medical records and reports.
  
  
  
  


• Training & Staff Development:
  
  
  
  • Provide training and guidance to direct support professionals (DSPs) on health-related topics, including:
  
  
  • Recognizing and responding to medical emergencies
  
  
  • Infection control and universal precautions
  
  
  • Safe medication administration
  
  
  • Special healthcare needs related to intellectual disabilities
  
  
  • Serve as a medical resource for staff and families.
  
  
  
  


• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with MO DMH guidelines, state regulations, and healthcare best practices.
  
  
  • Participate in MO DMH audits and inspections related to healthcare services.
  
  
  • Advocate for best practices in healthcare for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
  
  
  • Maintain up-to-date nursing documentation, incident reports, and medical charts.
  
  
  
  

 All other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri.


• 2 years of nursing experience preferred.


• Strong documentation and organizational skills.


• Ability to train and educate non-medical staff on health-related matters.


• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable to individuals with varying needs.


• Must be 18 years of age.


• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and any subsequent background check after employment.


• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a Missouri Class E chauffeur’s license within 14 days of hire.


• Successfully complete employment-related training as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods throughout the workday.


• Frequent movement between different program locations, client homes, or healthcare facilities.


• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds (e.g., assisting individuals with mobility, lifting medical equipment, repositioning clients).


• Assist individuals with transfers, positioning, or mobility devices.


• Ability to operate medical equipment, computer systems, and electronic health records (EHRs).

BENEFITS

• Paid vacation.


• Paid training.


• Tuition Reimbursement.


• Referral bonuses.


• Flexible Work Hours

ABOUT RISE COMMUNITY SERVICES 

RISE was founded in 1979 with one simple, but lofty goal: to create perfect lives for individuals with disabilities. Our core values of safety, respect, growth, compassion, and teamwork drive everything we do. We hold ourselves accountable to these values as we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. At RISE, we are more than just an organization; we are a family. Together, we work tirelessly to uplift and empower our community, one family at a time.