Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
Valley Village is a non-profit organization that serves 400 men and women with developmental challenges through residential and day programs. All of our programs are located in the San Fernando Valley and operated by a staff of over 300 people that love what they do. We are currently seeking a Full Time Registered Nurse to work in our Residential Home in Sylmar, CA. The hours for the position can be flexible for the 40 hours a week to be met. The Registered Nurse monitors participants’ health on a day-to-day basis. This position interfaces with the participant’s primary physician and any specialist the participant may see as well as the participant’s family or care provider. Job Duties: • Asses each participant to determine needs for personal care and assistance in activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, toileting and eating; include these needs in the plan of care and supervise the provision of services. • Specify short and long-term nursing goals in each individualized plan of care. • Document all skilled nursing care provided on the day the service is given and include quarterly signed and dated progress notes in each participant record. • Provide health education and counseling to the participant and his/ her family or care provider when indicated by the plan of care. • Provide assistance in obtaining medical services from providers other than Valley Village. • Provide training in self-administration of medications to participants as recommended by the multidisciplinary team. • Monitor, administer and record medications in accordance with all regulations. • Provide liaison to the participant’s personal physician. • Provide observation and monitoring of health status of each participant. • Provide supportive and restorative nursing as indicated by the plan of care • Serve on the assessment team to assess the nursing needs of the participant and develop the nursing component of the individualized plan of care. • Ensure that nursing service supplies and equipment are in accordance with all regulations. • Monitor participant’s dietary needs and provide direct observation during mealtimes to identify any issues. • Monitor the maintenance programs designed by the physical, speech, and occupational therapists. Qualifications: • Current RN License in the State of California by the Board of Registered Nursing. • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities strongly preferred. • Must be able to meet all insurance requirements which include a valid driver's license with a good driving record and a criminal record clearance. • Must be capable of lifting/transferring up to 50 lbs. • All candidates must pass a physical exam, TB screening and fingerprint clearance. Benefits: We offer a great team environment, opportunities for growth and an EXCEPTIONAL benefits package, which currently includes the following: • Medical covered at approximately 90% for you and your dependents • Dental HMO covered at 100% for you and your dependents • Vision covered at 100% for you • $10,000 Life Insurance policy • Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability paid for by the company • Participation in 403(b) • AFLAC • Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay • Paid Company Training • Employee Discounts • Employee Referral Program *Benefits are based on our 2021 offerings If you are a team player who likes working with others and accomplishing detailed tasks, this is the job for you! How to apply: You may visit our website to complete an employment application at www.valleyvillage.org, email your resume at the above link, fax your resume to (818) 587-9184 or apply in our office at 20830 Sherman Way, Winnetka, CA 91306 to learn more about our company, please visit us at www.valleyvillage.org.