Registered Nurse (RN)

Looking for an opportunity to work with a company that truly values you as a family member. Onyx Supportive Living is your home. We are looking to welcome an energetic Registered Nurse (RN) to our family.

Onyx is a company which thrives on enhancing lives of individuals with various disabilities. Must be 21 years of age and a Licensed Registered Nursing (RN). Salaried based position with benefits.

Please reach out to Desiree Parker, Agency Director, or Lavina Begay, Human Resources, to schedule a personal interview at 505-341-9020 or feel free to stop by our office location, 211 Montano Rd NW, Ste H Albuquerque, NM 87107, to obtain an application. We look forward to welcoming you to our family!

Under the General Supervision of the Owner/ Agency Director, The registered nurse will perform the following duties:

State Requirements:

· Direct overall nursing oversight/direction for Onyx Supportive Living participants in the following programs

• Supportive Living
• Customized In Home Supports
• Adult Nursing
• Intensive Medical Living Supports

· Ensure agency compliance with all DD Waiver Standards, NMAC Codes and Board of Nursing requirements

· Ensure medical compliance with the DD Waiver data tracking system

· Provide/maintain oversight to ensure compliance with all Board of Pharmacy requirements

· Assist in all audit processes conducted by representatives of the DD Waiver and CARF organizations

· Ensure overall agency compliance with the DD Waiver Assistance With Medication Delivery program

· Participate and ensure appropriate medical training occurs for all Onyx Supportive Living members by instruction or delegation, required by the DD Waiver

Agency Requirements:

· Complete all related mandated medical evaluations for Onyx Supportive Living participants as applicable

· Ensure all Direct Support Staff are in compliance with participants’ Physician’s orders

· Monitoring of the AWMD program and related approved data collection software

· Administration of shots as prescribed

· Assisting/Answering medical related questions from staff and participants

· Compliance with all Onyx policy and procedures

· Assist/Attend Pharmacist Consultant Medication review for all programs

· Attending Quality Assurance Meetings and providing appropriate reports in assigned areas of monitoring

· Maintain positive relationships with all IDT members of each participant served by Onyx.

· Attending IDT meetings as assigned by management

· Participate in the new admission and discharge process for each participant if applicable

· Participate in Medical On-Call

· Develop related Policy and Procedures if applicable

· Provide overall supervision of the medical team members

· Provide training to medical team members as applicable

· Assist in the promotion/advertisement of Onyx Supportive Living by assisting in the creation of advertisement material, presentations and being a liaison for Onyx Supportive Living with external stakeholders

· Other duties as required by DDSD Standards and/or Onyx owners

Nurse Qualifications:

· A minimum of an Associate’s Degree and certified in the state of New Mexico as a Licensed Registered Nurse for at least a period of (1) calendar year.

· Minimum age of 21 years old

· Supervisory experience preferred.

· Cultural competence including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural variables in delivery of services needs.

· Valid N.M. Drivers license with no DWI/DUI convictions within the past 5 years. RN must have access to a reliable and dependable vehicle.

· The ability to function as a Medical Liaison between Medical Professionals and Onyx Supportive Living

· Proficiency in managing medical situations regarding participants with Developmental Disabilities.

· Ability to work with others in a supportive, non-judgmental manner in the home and community environment.

· An understanding of the special problems related to the participants emotional, cognitive, behavioral, social, psychological dysfunctions and medical needs. The ability to create a safe and positive therapeutic milieu as a significant component of the participant’s ISP (Meaning, Purpose and Identity)

· Personal characteristics suitable for working with participants with special needs and the ability to consistently establish positive relationships communicate effectively and work cooperatively with participants, Colleagues and community members. The ability to teach others positive relationships building, communication and individual participant’s behaviors management skills.

· Ability to physically perform job duties

· Ability to work as a team member

· Ability to meet and comply with OSL, DDSD, Developmental Disabled and Licensing requirements at all times

· Salary will vary given previous experience and education

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Albuquerque, NM 87107 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albuquerque, NM 87107: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person