Quality Assurance (QA) Nurse

Community Options, Inc.

Pittsburgh, PA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$32–$36 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Attorney, Background Investigation, Community Relations, Documentation, Driver's License, Healthcare, Internet Service Providers, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Conditions, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Medications, Network Support, Nonprofit, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Assurance, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Retirement Plan, Staff Training, Substance Abuse, Time Management, Tuition Fees
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
27 days ago

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse/RN in Pittsburgh, PA. The L.P.N. delivers care to individuals in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals, significant others, and health team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing.
Starting pay is $32.00-$36.00 /per hour
 Responsibilities
  • Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
  • Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
  • Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services
  • Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
  • Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals
  • Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed
  • Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
  • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
 Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nursing field
  • Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
  • Valid nursing license
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with an individual receiving supports
  • Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options? 
  • Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
  • Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
  • Great coworkers/team that support you!
  • University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!    Careers.comop.org 
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer   M/F/D/V 
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About the Company

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Community Options, Inc.

Community Options’ mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.

Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination. Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults. As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services. Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs. In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.

We currently operate in 11 states: 

  • Arizona
  • Kentucky
  • Maryland
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
FOUNDED
1989
WEBSITE
http://www.comop.org