Nurse-RN SD (3936)

Together for Youth • Town of Colonie, NY

25d

About The Position

As a Secure Detention RN at Berkshire, you will be responsible for providing an initial health assessment of youth entering the facility including but not limited to health history, physical exams and laboratory tests and provides treatment of emergency and /or serious acute health conditions. The goal of the position is to provide nursing services, treatment, and continuity of care for all residents in conjunction with other practitioners to ensure health needs are addressed in a timely manner. Sign on Bonus: $1,500

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of professional nursing, health promotion, disease prevention and nutrition, including federal and state rules and regulations, safety principles and infections control
• Must possess medical assessment skills plus experience
• Must possess New York State Registered Professional Nurse’s license
• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience preferred, experience dealing with adolescents a plus
• Must have a current and valid driver's license with acceptable driving history to the Agency.
• Local and regional travel is required daily.
• Ability to be flexible schedule with weekends, holiday required
• MS office Skills required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred
• experience dealing with adolescents a plus

Responsibilities

• providing an initial health assessment of youth entering the facility including but not limited to health history, physical exams and laboratory tests
• provides treatment of emergency and /or serious acute health conditions
• provide nursing services, treatment, and continuity of care for all residents in conjunction with other practitioners
• ensure health needs are addressed in a timely manner

Benefits

• Affordable Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Low-Cost Dental & Vision Coverage
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Spending Accounts (DCA
• Supplemental, Voluntary Insurance Options. Including Disability, Life, Accident & Wellness
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Options, Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Staff Recognition Programs
• Company Seasonal Events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Workplace Wellness Initiatives
• Weekly Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Program with Employer Contribution & Match
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts and Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree