Temp Registered Nurse - 100EY (CRS30) Mon, Wed, Fri 9AM-5PM

POSITION SUMMARY

Temporary Registered Nurse reports to Program Director. Responsible for general health of all youth and monitoring provision of medical and dental care by community based providers, medication management, and health and wellness education to residents and families.

Essential Accountabilities

• Oversight of monthly medication log and resident's medical charts, i.e.: ensuring medication administration is documented accurately; medical chart maintenance is up-to-date, etc.
• Aid and/or facilitate staff training on specialized issues such as Medication Handling, HIV and Hepatitis, CPR and First Aid.
• Aid and/or facilitate staff training of medication dispensation.
• Report medication errors to Program Administration.
• Submission of requires documentation in a timely manner in accordance with state and agency regulations.

OPERATIONAL

• Ensures and adheres to OMH regulated 3:1 daytime/evening and 4:1 overnight youth to staff ratios at all times if needed.
• Scheduled On call 24 / 7 for all health and medical issues of residents, as needed.
• Responsible for addressing day-to-day medical issues with residents.
• Responsible for monitoring and following up with medication needs of residents.
• Responsible for following up with medical / mental health providers regarding client care and medication issues.
• Maintenance, review, and administration of all medications. Daily and weekly medication inventories, logging in of new medications, informing all staff of medication changes, and monitoring for side effects.
• Conduct health and wellness groups with residents weekly. Monthly Health Services (HS) and Medication Management Training (MMT) Medicaid Restorative Notes.
• Emergency coverage as needed (i.e.: staff shortage on shift, crisis CPEP visits after scheduled hours).
• Ensure residents receive annual medical and biannual dental examinations.
• Participate in monthly supervision with Program Director.
• Participate in monthly clinical staff meetings.
• Provide input during shift change meetings.
• Provide direct care as needed. All residents must be in eyesight vision of staff at all times.
• Transportation of clients as needed, sometimes use of personal vehicle as needed.
• Responsible for tracking mileage with personal vehicle for company use and submitting mileage logs on last day of the month.
• Swiping in at the beginning of shift and swiping out at end of the shift for all shifts worked including trainings at other Welllife Network sites.
• Responsible for maintaining (or having access to) a personal vehicle throughout the course of the work day.
• Submission of car insurance policy before the expiration date to supervisor.

Job Qualifications

• RN licensure with a minimum of 1 year experience working with children, adolescents and/or young adults (preferably in the psychiatric field).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrate compassion and empathy, and be able to work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered lens.
• A valid New York State driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Robust Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan (with matching).
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
• Wellness Program: Free and low-cost gym and wellness access and support.
• Training & Growth: Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Meaningful Work: Direct impact on the lives of youth and their families.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative team that values your contributions.