Registered Nurse (RN)

Demonstrate proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, providing prescribed medical treatment to ill, injured, convalescent, and disabled persons in such setting as private homes, or schools.Broward Children’s Center (BCC) is dedicated to transforming lives by providing specialized care to children and young adults who are medically fragile and developmentally disabled. Our comprehensive services range from 24/7 skilled nursing at our pediatric care facility to developmental education programs, therapeutic support, and family-centered services like respite care, social services, and in-home health support.With unique programs including ABA therapy, developmental preschools, K-12, Home Health and PPEC outpatient care, BCC ensures each individual receives tailored support to thrive. Our team also takes part in community events, such as our annual 5K and golf tournament, creating a vibrant, mission-driven workplace.“With your support, Broward Children’s Center (BCC) provides quality programs to infants, children, and young adults who are developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of children and their families.”If you’re passionate about impactful work and a supportive team environment, BCC may be the perfect place for your career.SUMMARYDemonstrate proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, providing prescribed medical treatment to ill, injured, convalescent, and disabled persons in such setting as private homes, or schools.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCENursing diploma from two or four-year College or University; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Preference given to those with Home Health Agency experience, pediatric programs, or coordinating services for special needs children.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCommunicate, manage new and existing knowledge, support and supervise LPN staff, exercise decision-making skills.Provides care for assigned home health patients including, but not limited to;Nursing assessment: initial head to toe, vital signs and ongoing monitoring of patients.Activities of daily living: bathing, toileting, diapering, lifting, transferring,Nutritional support: feedings by mouth, gastrostomy tube, naso-gastric tube, maintenance of aspiration precautions,Respiratory treatments: administration of aerosolized nebulizer treatment, chest physiotherapy, oral/nasal/tracheal suctioning, pulse oximetry, oxygen therapy, ventilator management, cleaning and maintenance of respiratory supplies,Safety measures: maintenance of universal, fall and seizure precautions,Growth and development enhancement: provide client with verbal, visual and tactile stimulation, range of motion exercises, splint or physical therapies,Administration of medication, andDocumentation of all activities and assessment findings.Assure that progress reports are made to the office personnel and/or physician for patients under medical care when there are changes in the patient's condition or there are deviations from the Plan of Care.Retain overall responsibility for the care given to each patient.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSValid Florida Driver's LicenseValid Florida RN LicenseCPR CertificationWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Employee ChildcareBCC offers valuable childcare programs to support our employees and their families:Step Up Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (Pre-K up to 8th grade). We offer Private Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.Early Learning Coalition of Broward County School Readiness Program (for children ages 1 up to 3 years old). Early Steps Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.Employee Daycare (for ages 1 year through 5 years old), available at $150 per week, inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and snacks.Broward County Non-School Days: We offer our employees childcare when Broward County has non-school days (winter break, spring break, thanksgiving break), with the exception of major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas day, etc.).Join BCC and enjoy a supportive, robust benefits program designed to help you thrive in both your personal and professional life.BCC/CCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr