Nurse, LPN Healthcare Coordinator at Benchmark… · Fort Wayne

Description

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Benchmark’s Group Home program assists adults with daily activity skills to gain independence in small personal home settings. Our diverse and dynamic programs can’t operate efficiently without the strength and heart of our nurses!

Why Benchmark:

• Flexibility
• Continuity of care
• Build long term relationships with your clients and become part of a friendly community
• Enjoying your career that makes it feel like you are really making a difference!
• Independence to create unique plans for your clients
• Training Autonomy
• Join a team & company that knows what they are doing! We have been around f0r 64 years and continue to grow every day!

Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Competitive pay
• Life insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Program
• Nurse Scholarship Program
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee discounts with various vendors.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Flexible schedule.
• Ability to provide one on one individualized care.

Responsibilities:

• Provide healthcare and wellness coordination for individuals in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
• Function as liaison and advocate for individuals’ healthcare with all members of individual medical and interdisciplinary teams.
• Advocate for client’s wellbeing and inclusion.
• Train unlicensed staff on medication administration, delegated tasks, treatment protocols, and monitoring
• Implement and train employees on new and revised health related policies and procedures
• Participate in and attend assigned medical individuals’ appointments (as directed), individual specific, nurse, departmental, and other meetings as required.
• Manage transitions of care to and from hospitals, nursing homes, rehab facilities or other agencies
• Oversee pharmacy and medication needs
• Maintain health-related records, complete documentation and assessments
• Develop and update individual specific health risk plans to ensure appropriate medical care for assigned individuals
• Develop long-term relationships with individuals served
• Provide staff training to meet the healthcare needs of individuals serve.

Please contact HR for a full and complete list.

Qualifications:

• Current Indiana Nursing license
• Driver's license
• Experience in community/long term nursing is preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.

Interested candidates can apply online at www.BenchmarkHS.com/Careers

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

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Salary Description

$56,160 - $66,560/year