Registered Nurse - YRTC Hastings
About The Position
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for a skilled, detail oriented, Registered Nurse. In this role, you will be an integral part of our Children and Family Services Division and provide critical nursing support at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Hastings, NE.
Requirements
- A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Registered nurse in Nebraska.
- Must have a valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with youth
Responsibilities
- Physical health assessments
- Documentation of care
- Assisting in off campus medical appointments
- Assisting the APRN in medical and medication management care for our youth
- Maintaining clinical records
- Transcribing orders for medications/treatments and collaboration with pharmacies to access medications
- Providing immunizations to the youth
- Maintaining required documentation for the Vaccines for Children Program
- Documentation of vaccines in NESIIS
- Providing immunizations for staff as needed
- Providing the direction and monitoring of staff certified as Medication Aides
- Providing the initial/renewal/as needed Medication Aide training
- Auditing for medication administration
- Documenting medication administration errors
- Developing corrective action plans to address any errors
- Collaboration of dental, vision, mental health ,and any other specialty services the youth may require
- Providing education for youth, family, and staff through the needs identified. The education is provided on an individual basis, in-services, or in group settings to meet the needs.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
- Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
- For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
