Registered Nurse-Weekend Shift (Children's Residential)
About The Position
We are seeking a Full Time Weekend Registered Nurse (RN) to work in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program (PRTF) for adolescent females and males at our West Chester, PA location. Our programs provide clinical treatment, educational instruction and behavioral intervention services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders. Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS) serves children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders. Located in West Chester and Malvern Pennsylvania, services provided include psychiatric residential treatment (PRTF), acute inpatient psychiatric hospital (AIP), assessment services, community-based mental health services, community-based employment training and social skills training, and approved private school educational services to male and female children and adolescents (6-21 years of age) with diagnoses of intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, concomitant psychiatric and behavioral challenges often associated with experiencing some level of trauma in their lives. A primary focus throughout the program is the philosophy of Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS), a program-wide system of care that promotes and rewards positive behaviors, and prevents negative behaviors, to create safe, supportive living environments. Each year, more than 1,000 children and adolescents receive specialized care, in the environment best suited to the unique challenges they face, all with the goal of providing each child with the academic, social, emotional and life skills needed to flourish in their home community.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing with a B.S.N., Diploma or A.D.
- Currently licensed to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- One year of post-education nursing experience preferred.
- Experience with individuals with cognitive and/or behavioral challenges or medically complex conditions.
- Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications.
- Experience with data collection/analyzing platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer, and/or other internal and external software applications pertinent to the position).
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines.
- Valid driver's license must be maintained.
Responsibilities
- Work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.
- Make a positive impact on the lives of young people, contribute to their growth and development.
- Provide clinical treatment, educational instruction and behavioral intervention services.
- Work in a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program (PRTF) for adolescent females and males.
- Provide care to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders.
- Implement Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS).
Benefits
- Comprehensive training in crisis prevention/intervention, trauma informed care, CPR, first aid, and cultural competencies
- ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program (100% of tuition covered and student loan repayment)
- Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
- Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
- Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
- Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
- Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
