Full-Time, Temporary Registered Nurse

The Center for Great Expectations•Somerset, NJ

About The Position

Are you interested in meaningful work with supportive team members? Join our team of full-time professionals delivering cutting-edge treatment for pregnant and parenting women with a history of trauma, and be part of the implementation of our Relational Recovery Model that we developed in partnership with Rutgers University. This position is full-time, temporary to cover an extended leave of absence. The shift is Monday - Friday with a flexible start time. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Registered Nurse will ensure that quality and comprehensive care is being delivered at all times and on all levels. The RN will provide assessments and coordinate medical services for our residents (pregnant or parenting) and their children. Additionally, the RN will promote the use of the Nurtured Heart Approach, as well as the Attachment, Regulation, and Competency interventions (ARC) in all residential activities with the goal of sustaining a safe and comfortable environment for the residents of the program. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: 1.) Perform all duties and demonstrate behaviors and attitudes consistent with the Mission Statement and Core Values of the organization, and the Nurtured Heart Approach. 2.) Continually participate in building and maintaining positive working relationships through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork efforts. 3.) Be of good character and reputation; sufficient physical, mental, and emotional health to satisfactorily perform her or his job duties. 4.) Actively participate in safety programs of the organization by identifying potential risks and promoting client safety as well as environmental safety. 5.) Accomplish individual and team goals and objectives established by supervisor based on prior performance evaluation. 6.) Comply with HIPAA guidelines regarding client rights and confidentiality. 7.) Comply with documentation and training set forth by Human Resources. 8.) Actively participate in CGE's clinical research efforts by ensuring accurate and timely reporting for all assessments and evaluations.

Requirements

RN degree from an accredited university with NJ license, CARN certification preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in nursing care services
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in residential treatment facility, alcohol or drug education and recovery preferred.
Experience and comfort working within residential setting preferred.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with welcoming, professional, and team-player demeanor.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.
Ability to be flexible to the daily changing needs within the community and to handle obstacles with compassion and resolve.

Responsibilities

Provide face-to-face health care monitoring for the residents and their children.
Coordinate medical appointments and medical case management for all clients. Provide referrals as appropriate.
Attend medical appointments on an as needed basis and work with staff to schedule transportation and accompaniment for medical appointments.
Facilitate staff education and compliance with medication dispensing, infection control and universal precautions agency wide including current illnesses and medical conditions of the residents and their children as needed.
Develop and facilitate educational groups on personal health, infant/child health, hygiene, nutrition, sex education and child safety.
Document all clinical notes, including individual sessions and group sessions using DAP note format.
Prepare and deliver oral and written medical reports to clinical staff and appropriate professional agencies.
Oversee records of medications following the guidelines set forth in N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.5, including, but not limited to: filling and documenting prescriptions; distributing and maintaining inventory; over-the-counter medications; medication reconciliation and disposal.
Maintain records of self-administered meds in compliance with guidelines set forth in N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.5.
Coordinate infant care and wellness with Clinical staff and Program Manager.
Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings for development and revision of treatment plans.
Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory agencies and standards.
Ensure the coordination and integration of nursing services with other direct care services to ensure continuity of care for each client.
Assist the Director of Nursing in developing and maintaining written objectives, policies and procedures related to nursing services, developing an organization plan, and developing a quality assurance program for nursing services, and reviewing all nursing policies and procedures, minimally, on an annual basis.
Ensure the coordination and integration of nursing services with other client care services to ensure continuity of care for each client.
Participate in staff orientation and staff education activities, when applicable.
Participate in team conferences with the multidisciplinary team and the client care committee (if the facility chooses to establish a client care committee).
Participate in management programs to enhance teamwork, team collaboration, communication, and program development.
Participate in the development and evaluation of program policies and procedures, as well as program, committee, and clinical staff meetings to enhance quality of services.
Participate in staff orientation and staff education activities, when applicable.
Participate in clinical training programs and leadership team meetings, as indicated.
Work in a consistently professional manner at all times, which includes, but is not limited to, treating all residents, staff, guests, and volunteers with dignity and respect.
Implement emergency procedures, as necessary.
Provide on-call support as needed.
Perform other duties as directed.