NurseFT

About the role

The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has been caring for children throughout the Hudson Valley for over 175 years. We strive to empower children and families to achieve optimal health and well-being. We are currently seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to work in our Main House.

Responsibilities

• Counsels and educates children on reproductive health
• Assesses children's physical condition and refers for treatment as needed
• Administers first aid and routine sick-child care, and provides physician ordered care
• Provides routine management and training regarding chronic conditions, such as diabetes and asthma
• Supports and manages the emotional/psychiatric needs of children
• Establishes treatment goals for children, utilizing historical and current available information in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Arranges for, coordinates, or directly escorts children to and from medical appointments
• Administers medications and executes physician’s orders
• Assists in the maintenance of records and UC Portal documentation
• Ensures complete and timely completion of ORR Required Medical Forms
• Acts as liaison between the UC programs and ORR, local medical providers/any others pertinent to the program
• Oversees the medical and health care services in the absence of the Lead Medical Coordinator

Requirements

• Must possess a valid RN/LPN license in good standing
• Must possess a High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be First Aid and CPR Certified
• Must have nursing experience
• Valid New York State Driver's License with a good driving record as determined by the Agency

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with children
• Somewhat psychiatric experience
• Higher Education - AS or BSN in nursing

Skills

N/A

Benefits

The Children's Home offers an outstanding benefit package which includes weekly pay, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a great work environment!

Pay

$42.00

Schedule

Sunday - Thursday 6am-2pm, Friday - Saturday OFF