Registered Nurse, Mon - Fri, 8 hours a day

Description

Job Summary : The Registered Nurse (RN) provides assessment, treatment, emergency care, and case management of student health conditions as part of the overall Health and Wellness Program in accordance with the Job Corps Federal Regulations, the (PRH) Policy and Requirements Handbook, and federal and state laws related to professional scope of practice with a general emphasis on helping students overcome barriers to employability. The RN may serve as the acting Health and Wellness Manager (short or long term) in the absence of the Health and Wellness Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and abides by the Company Core Values and the operating principles.
• Creates and sustains positive working relationships with co-workers.
• Stays current on Job Corps policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures, as well as the Center’s Operating Procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of all student records and maintains HIPPA compliance.
• Documents and submits forms and correspondence to local, state, and federal agencies to meet all requirements of the program.
• On-call support required.
• Administers medication, monitors, and follows up to observe students. Reports on adverse reactions to medication to the Health and Wellness Manager.
• Assists with scheduling and follow up of medical appointments on Center and community appointments.
• Performs physical and emotional wellness assessments. Establishes individualized student health and wellness plans according to protocol outlined in the center’s Health Standing Orders.
• Orders and maintains records on dispensing, inventory, and disposal of medical and dental supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Administers immunizations as required.
• Supports the Wellness Committee and activities.
• Supports the SART committee and activities.
• Supports Healthy Eating Active Lifestyles (HEALS) committee and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum : Active, unrestricted license to practice in state where Center is located.

Preferred : One year nursing experience, plus Job Corps experience desirable.

Knowledge : Sound nursing techniques. Ability to relate effectively to student population. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Good organizational skills. Ability to carry out instructions without constant supervision. Must maintain CPR certification.

Physical Requirements:

Frequently

Standing

Sitting

Seeing

Hearing

Speaking

Walking

Occasionally

Bending

Stooping

Squatting

Flexibility

Seldom

Climbing

Lifting 50 pounds

Carrying

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Running

Driving

Environmental Demands:

Equipment: Ability to operate office equipment

Work Alone: Occasionally works alone

Work With Others: 85% of time spent working and interacting with team and other departments

Reading: Ability to read at a college level

Writing: Ability to write at a college level