Registered Nurse - PRTF - .20

About Us

Alexander Youth Network is passionate about helping children overcome their mental health challenges. Our teams are committed to creating an environment that empowers every individual to thrive and make a difference. We offer career development opportunities, mentorship and coaching, and pathways for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the milieu and all restrictive interventions to ensure the safety and welfare of PRTF clients, as required by federal regulations.
• Promote the use of the Neuro-sequential Model of Care.
• Manage medication and medical treatments, observe clients for health status changes, and coordinate emergent care and transport.
• Collaborate with Guardians to ensure each client’s essential well-child healthcare needs are met during their placement in the PRTF.
• Provide healthcare education to PRTF Treatment Team members, clients, family members, and other agency programs (e.g., Medication Administration and Blood Borne Pathogen/Infection Control).
• Apply knowledge of child growth and development as it relates to the Neuro-sequential Model of Care.
• Explain procedures and treatments to clients to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension through awareness of comfort and safety needs.
• Demonstrate punctuality, dependability, and on-call availability to work additional shifts.
• Remain flexible to alter core scheduling when unexpected needs arise within the department.
• Flex to be included in the cottage or classroom ratio when the need arises.

Requirements

• Valid and current RN licensure from the N.C. Board of Nursing.
• One year of crisis experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Valid NC or SC Driver’s License.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and tuition assistance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Comprehensive health plan that prioritizes well-being.