Nurse, RN - YCCS Program -Walpole, MA

Nurse, RN - YCCS Program - Walpole, MA

Under the direction of the YCCS (Youth Community Crisis Stabilization) Program's Nurse Manager and YCCS Program Director, the Registered Nurse will provide nursing care and manage the ongoing health care of the youth in the YCCS. The Registered Nurse is expected to be knowledgeable of the agency's mission, program treatment philosophy, policies, and procedures and to implement this understanding in their care of the youth.

How You'll Be Making a Difference

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the population of youth in need of short-term mental health stabilization.
• Develop an individualized health services plan using a collaborative, wellness focused approach. Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the plan.
• Fill physician orders and work collaboratively with the pharmacy.
• Administer medication and engage in a medication reconciliation process.
• In collaboration with the Leadership Team, develop and ensure implementation of a comprehensive health/wellness component to program planning, including environmental, nutritional, exercise and fitness.
• Provide ongoing Quality Assurance by monitoring medication administration processes to ensure compliance with DMH expectations. This is accomplished by conducting reviews of medication documentation and practices at regular intervals.
• Oversee all aspects of the administration of medications, including the direct administration, training and supervision of medication systems. Assist with and oversee the preparation of leave of absence and or transfer/discharge medications.
• May be asked to serve as a trainer in medication, CPR and or First Aid.
• Conduct health screenings upon intake and as necessary and assure that all immunizations are current.
• Oversee the coordination of medical, diagnostic and laboratory appointments.
• Oversee and assist with nursing assessment as part of the comprehensive assessment process.
• Provide ongoing evaluation of youth including vital signs as prescribed. Assist in making decisions regarding the course of treatment and monitoring the effectiveness, side effects, adverse reactions, and drug interactions of all medications.
• Provide brief crisis counseling as needed and assist crisis prevention planning.
• Monitor laboratory reports and initiate appropriate action
• Assure compliance with all regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate the delivery of health care with ancillary staff, family members, guardians, psychiatrists, primary and specialty health care providers, and other professionals within the Home and with external organizations.
• Maintain on-going communications with primary health care provider.
• Work actively as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide quality care, attend team meetings and communicate regularly with team members. Assist with discharge planning.
• Complete reports and documentation needed for youth records, the Home and collateral and regulatory agencies.
• Provide and coordinate health education for youth and families and training for staff.
• Assure that all medication and medical supplies are ordered, received and checked for accuracy.
• Provide on-call, as part of an on-call rotation, for medication and or medical related questions.

Qualifications

• Two years pediatric/adolescent and or psychiatric nursing experience preferred
• Must maintain an active RN license in Massachusetts
• Certified in CPR and Standard First Aid
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

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