RN CRISIS

KidsPeace • FUQUAY-VARINA, NC

4d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON), the RN Crisis Nurse provides nursing care to clients as outlined in section 2 of the North Carolina Article 9A Nursing Practice Act and the rules of the North Carolina Board of Nursing. The nurse provides care based on client needs, helps develop plans of care, monitors clients' behavior and physical status, and supports a safe, therapeutic environment that respects client rights. The role may include supervising LPNs during a shift and assisting with or observing ordered restraints using the current approved KidsPeace restraint methodology.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current North Carolina RN licensure.
• Pass criminal record history clearance, child abuse clearance, and any other required clearances.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Attend 12 hours of Person Centered Thinking training before hire or within 90 days of hire.
• LSCI, SCM, and Ukeru training as appropriate for the position.

Nice To Haves

• One year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care based on client needs.
• Assist with the development of plans of care.
• Observe client behavior and physical status and notify the Licensed Clinician, DON, and/or Physician of changes in condition.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects clients' rights.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living and encourage independent behavior when appropriate.
• May supervise LPNs during a shift.
• Assist in the performance and/or observation of restraints when necessary and ordered by a licensed professional, using the current approved KidsPeace restraint methodology.
• Administer medications according to Physician orders and observe, record, and report evidence of adverse medication reactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing and Leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time