Clinic Nurse - RN

YSS • Cambridge, IA

12d • $25 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

YSS is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Ember Recovery Clinic Operations team in Cambridge, Iowa. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the nurse supports the physical and mental health needs of youth in residential programs by providing nursing care, overseeing medication management, coordinating healthcare services, and helping clients stay healthy and make progress in recovery. The role includes travel, including transporting clients, and participation in a medical on-call rotation that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Duties may change and the listed responsibilities are not exhaustive.

Requirements

• Must be currently licensed as an RN in the state of Iowa.
• One year of related experience in the medical field.
• Must be at least 21 years of age for YSS insurance purposes.
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license, a clean driving record, and adequate insurance coverage per YSS policy.
• Compassion, dependability, clinical expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to supporting youth.
• Ability to think on one's feet, stay organized, and provide thoughtful care.
• Must be able to travel, including transporting clients.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and work experience with mental health, substance use treatment, and/or child welfare.
• Experience in a clinical setting providing direct support to patients, their families, and residential staff from diagnosis through treatment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers and team members.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with people regardless of backgrounds, identities, and status.
• Demonstrated passion for helping others and ensuring customer satisfaction in every interaction.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adjusting to changing customer needs.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask effectively.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive social impact; humility, respect, and cultural awareness.
• Ability to speak a second language, especially one spoken in the communities served.
• Lived experience with recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability, and willingness to use that experience to support youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess client health needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide nursing care, therapeutic interventions, medication administration, and injections, including vaccinations.
• Oversee medication distribution, monitoring, documentation, and coordination with prescribing professionals.
• Monitor psychotropic medication effectiveness and side effects, as well as the health and well-being of high-risk clients.
• Develop symptom response and crisis plans.
• Educate clients on medication management, illness prevention, and chronic health conditions.
• Coordinate healthcare services, appointments, referrals, and prescription refills.
• Maintain medication storage and refrigeration in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with clients, families, healthcare providers, and YSS staff to coordinate physical and behavioral healthcare.
• Complete clinical documentation and support quality assurance and utilization reviews.
• Participate in team meetings, training, supervision, and telehealth services as needed.
• Participate in the medical on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel, including transporting clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture.
• Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Flu shots and mental health support resources.
• Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames.
• Four weeks of paid time off.
• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• Volunteer time off.
• Competitive salary.
• Supplemental compensation award.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Professional liability insurance coverage.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level