RN (PRN)

Management and Training Corporation•Joliet, IL

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About The Position

The RN provides care to sick and injured students, helps prevent illness, and promotes good health in compliance with government and management directives. The role is based at the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, Illinois, operated by Management & Training Corporation. The schedule is PRN, and the wage is $45.00 per hour. The nurse provides first aid, treats minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions, administers medications, performs routine laboratory tests, monitors students in the infirmary, and assists physicians or other mid-level health care providers. The position also supports health programs, maintains student health records and clinic facilities, provides quality service, and contributes to student safety and employability activities. The incumbent may be directed to work overtime and participates in an assigned on-call rotation for consultation and support in urgent situations.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Illinois registered nurse license.
Experience with youth.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer proficiency.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Render first aid and assist a physician in treating serious accidents or illnesses.
Treat minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions and maintain student health records.
Cleanse and dress wounds, operate emergency equipment, and provide follow-up nursing care as required.
Prepare and administer specified medications and drugs, and assist in developing programs to prevent or control diseases and accidents.
Perform routine laboratory tests in accordance with approved standards.
Monitor students restricted to the infirmary.
Assist with the management and coordination of pregnancy, weight control, tuberculosis, smoking cessation, and other designated programs.
Triage patients, assess chief complaints, take vital signs, perform appropriate charting, assist with chart reviews, and provide patient care.
Assist a physician or mid-level health care provider when needed.
Demonstrate appropriate professional behavior.
Maintain clinic facilities and a safe, clean work area according to high standards of health care.
Provide positive, quality customer service to students, staff, and other center customers.
Work overtime when directed.
Participate in an assigned on-call rotation and be available outside regularly scheduled hours to provide consultation, guidance, and support for urgent situations; on-call duties are limited to consultation and decision-making support unless otherwise directed by management.
Participate in student employability programs and activities.
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps Zero Tolerance Policy.
Promote Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring behavior through interventions.
Maintain accountability of students and property and adhere to safety practices.
Help maintain a center climate free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, providing a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.