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We are a non-profit human services agency making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults and children with autism and other disabilities. Currently seeking a Delegating RN to provide strong clinical, time management and problem-solving skills according to the Nurse Practice Act and mandatory DDA regulations and guidelines.

What you will do:

• Oversee training and quality of care provided by CNA/CMT to ensure compliance with Aspire Living & Learning policies and procedures and Maryland Board of Nursing/DDA guidelines.
• Oversee case management and delegation of nursing tasks to include medication administration.
• Formulate nursing care plans for individuals following standards of care set forth in the Nurse Practice Act.
• Conducts ongoing nursing assessments every 45 days to include review of the physician orders, MARs, medications and nursing care plan.
• Provide training to CMT/DSPs on Individual’s Nursing care plan and skills required to care for the individual.
• Complete observations of medication administration by CMTs in the individual’s home.
• Update Individuals HRST (Health Risk Screening Tool) every 45 days and complete Clinical Reviews as required.
• Review next month’s PMOFs/MARs against current Physician orders prior to distributing them to the house.
• On-call responsibilities via telecommunication to triage and delegate as necessary. 
• Provide on-call nursing report to the group via e-mail every morning while on-call.
• Frequent and collaborative communication with the team and between departments regarding individuals’ health management to include medical appointments, medical needs/concerns, medication changes, medication errors, and staff training.
• Assist staff in effectively communicating with health care providers and other health care professionals the needs of the individuals. 
• Communicate effectively with hospitals/SNFs/Rehabs to obtain medical updates on individuals as well as discharge information/paperwork.
• Assessment of individual after discharge from hospital/SNF/Rehab to include visit to site and updating the Nursing Care plan within 24hours of returning home.
• Communicates effectively with pharmacy any concerns or needs.
• Support families and guardians of individuals by communicating medical/health updates, as needed.
• Attend meetings required by the agency, including monthly nursing meetings and CMRO quarterly meetings.
• Complete Quarterly Nursing Audit of medical documentation scanned or entered into Therap for each individual.

What we are looking for:

• Valid license as registered nurse in the State of Maryland
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (preferred)
• Must have DDA experience or have worked with IDD.
• Minimum of 3-5 years nursing experience
• Competency across all age groups
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work in Aspire Living & Learning Residential Homes with no weight lifting restrictions.
• Proficient computer and typing skills

Our employees enjoy working with a fun team of dedicated professionals and believe in a healthy work/life balance. In addition, eligible employees will receive:

• Full health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• 403(b) retirement plan and employer matching contribution
• Paid sick and personal days
• Focus on ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Life insurance (equal to twice your salary)
• Short and long-term disability

 If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.