Registered Nurse (RN)-Full Time Days

Bellefaire JCB•Shaker Heights, OH

About The Position

The Registered Nurse administers and supervises medication administration and participates in the plans of care for Bellefaire JCB clients. The nurse responds to clients’ health needs, conducts assessments, and makes appropriate referrals. The position supports clients in residential treatment units, transitional living, Monarch School, and the After School Program, and assists with the daily operations of the Health Clinic. The role also includes documenting care and maintaining clinical records in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards. The nurse attends staff and treatment team meetings, provides training and guidance to staff, and maintains required training, certifications, and licensure. The position is for day shifts and includes alternating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited nursing school.
Hold a valid Ohio registered nurse license.
Have experience working with children and adolescents.
Keep all required training, certifications, and licensure current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Administer and supervise medication administration to clients in residential treatment units, transitional living, Monarch School, and the After School Program according to established guidelines.
Participate in implementing plans of care for Bellefaire JCB clients.
Make rounds in cottages and attend to clients’ health care needs.
Assess clients physically and document significant findings in their records.
Screen clients and make appropriate referrals to the pediatrician.
Assist the pediatrician with client examinations in the Health Clinic.
Teach clients and staff about health care topics and medications.
Use the time log system to document billable hours of direct care.
Perform medical treatments for clients when indicated, including wound care.
Orient new staff and train them on policies and procedures.
Attend client staffing and treatment team meetings as indicated.
Assist and train cottage staff to make appropriate decisions about clients’ health care needs.
Note, transcribe, and check orders against Medication Administration Records (MARs) when indicated.
Contact the physician about abnormal lab results and emergencies.
Count narcotics daily and sign audit sheets for controlled substances.
Order, receive, and distribute routine and Leave of Absence (LOA) medications.
Return and credit medications when indicated.
Call for lab results when indicated and follow up on outside medical appointments.
Assist with daily Health Clinic operations, including helping the secretary with filing, obtaining consent, and scheduling outside appointments.
Keep the exam room and Health Clinic clean, stocked, and orderly.
Complete assigned documentation in a timely manner and contribute to developing and maintaining clinical records in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.
Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training.
Keep required training, certifications, and licensure current.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and follow Agency policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Competitive benefit options for employees and their families, including domestic partners and pets.
Salary of $36 per hour.
Comprehensive medical coverage, with a free option available.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
50% Case Western MSW tuition discount.
10% undergraduate and 15% graduate tuition scholarships through Ohio University.
Free supervision for licensed roles.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Generous paid time off.
Paid holidays.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program support.
Fertility/IVF coverage.
Childcare FSA.
Pet insurance.
Up to $1,000 annually in retention bonuses.