Registered Nurse (PCS)

Registered Nurse

JCCA is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team on our Westchester Residential Campus. The Registered Nurse is responsible for ensuring that high-quality medical care is provided to all children on our residential campus in accordance with regulatory requirements, agency policies, and nursing best practices. The RN serves as a key member of the treatment team, supporting the physical health needs of youth while promoting wellness, education, and continuity of care.

Job Responsibilities:

Clinical Care & Assessment

• Conduct initial medical assessments, including vital signs and point-of-care testing (pregnancy, strep, flu, COVID-19, glucose, etc.)
• Provide direct nursing care for illness and injury
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and medication side effects
• Follow up on accidents, incidents, emergency room visits, and sick visits to ensure appropriate care plans are implemented

Medication & Health Management

• Administer medications and maintain accurate medication administration records
• Assist with prescription management and required documentation
• Review immunization records, administer vaccines, and update immunization registries
• Monitor and perform controlled substance counts and narcotic destruction procedures
• Oversee the storage, delivery, and distribution of medications within residential cottages, as needed

Care Coordination & Education

• Collaborate with medical providers, clinicians, case managers, and residential staff to coordinate comprehensive care
• Educate youth, families, and staff on health-related topics and treatment plans
• Facilitate health and wellness groups
• Provide guidance to non-medical staff regarding residents' healthcare needs

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete all required medical documentation and reporting in accordance with JCCA policies and regulatory standards
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Schedule:

• Start time between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM
• End time between 9:00 PM and 12:00 AM
• Consistent weekly schedule required

Required Qualifications:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience working with pediatric and/or adolescent populations

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new technology systems
• Commitment to working with culturally diverse populations
• Understanding of the impact of systemic inequities on children, families, and communities involved in the child welfare system

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in foster care, residential treatment, child welfare, or related settings

Salary: $75K - $92K