REGISTERED NURSE - PRN
About The Position
New Hope Treatment Centers is a dynamic and innovative company focused on one thing - Change the world, one kid at a time, through the healing power of relationships. In our line of work, the need is great, and we’re constantly growing to meet it. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on quality, we are dedicated to shaping the future of our industry. As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Registered Nurse to join our team. Since our opening in 1987, New Hope Treatment Centers has been a welcoming place for young people in moments of crisis. Our programs have played a role in countless success stories, thanks to our relational approach to behavioral care. We get to know our kids on an individual level, and work with them and their families toward a brighter next chapter. If any part of our mission has you inspired, we urge you to get in touch. It might be the best decision you make this year.
Requirements
- Must possess a current license in good standing as a Registered Nurse in a state with compact privileges.
- Basic computer skills are a must.
- MUST BE AVAILABLE 24/7
- Must have an Associates or Bachelors degree in nursing.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Must pass a background check and drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Plans and directs nursing care for the residents in accordance with established philosophies.
- Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care.
- Maintains satisfactory relations with other departments.
- Participates in all phases of education and the maintenance of records.
- Demonstrates an understanding of growth and development issues about the populations under their care.
- Demonstrates an understanding as well as an ability to work within the specific milieu of the population under their care.
- Assists in the management of aggressive residents as needed, using only de-escalation and behavior management techniques approved by New Hope Treatment Centers.
- Provides documentation in the clinical record of resident behavior and interventions.
- Administration of prescribed medications and treatments within the scope of practice.
- Performs assessments and medical needs at intake.
- Coordinates medical areas of discharge process.
- Adheres to standing orders for admission procedures and the administration of over-the-counter medications as needed.
- Reports the medical needs of residents to the physician and coordinates medical care required.
- Responsible for nurse case management duties.
- Oversees through completion, nursing assessment and lab work within required time frames of admission.
- Participates and acts as contributing members of multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Schedules and coordinates medical appointments.
- Generating and reviewing monthly Medication Administration Records.
- Matching physician’s orders to the medication administration records.
- Observing employees supervising self-administration of medications at least quarterly.
- Assisting interdisciplinary teams to develop educational goals for children taking regularly prescribed medications and participating in a supervised self-administration protocol.
- Instructing employees in dietary or medication administration issues as necessary.
- Responding to emergency calls from employees on medical issues.
- Conducting ongoing assessments of each child’s health needs to include existing medical conditions, dietary issues and medications.
- Training & Directing AMAP Staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
