Description

General Job Summary: The Campus Nurse manages the ongoing nursing services of youth in residence. Position reports directly to the Director of Program Operations.

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Direct Supervisor: Director of Program Operations

Major Job Responsibilities:

· Enhances current programs by coordinating the overall quality medical care to all residents.

· Observes youths and report any changes in physical, social or emotional condition involving level of functioning, changes in attitude/behavior, loss of appetite, weight change or complaints of pain.

· Consults and communicates with Psychiatrist(s), Physician(s) and/or Family Nurse Practitioner any changes in youth requiring medical interventions.

· Coordinates youth appointments at clinic and performs routine medical interventions as allowed by License.

· Coordinates monthly youth appointments with psychiatrist.

· Coordinates and manages ordering and set up of youth medications.

· Monitors each resident’s Medication Administration Records.

· Conducts in-service trainings on medication administration and documentation, side effects and emergency protocols.

· Assist with new admissions and discharges.

· Assist with Acute Care referrals and/or emergency crisis.

· Completes required documentation in accordance with state regulatory standards.

· Addresses any safety hazards that exist in clients’ dally activities, habits and/or living environment.

· Performs miscellaneous projects and completes various tasks as requested by management.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Knowledge & Experience

· Must be twenty-one (21) years of age

· Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Mississippi and possess a minimum of one year

experience working with children/adolescents or other populations with special emotional/behavioral needs.

· Must possess strong interpersonal skills.

· Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Software.

· Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Must be able to multi-task in a fast pace work environment.

· Must possess ability to effectively respond to crisis situations.

· Must possess ability to maintain and manage confidential information.

Skills/Working Conditions:

· Must maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record

· Must be insurable by Methodist Children’s Homes insurance carrier

· Must be able to work flexible schedule and shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and extended periods of time.

· First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and medication administration.

· Must be able to work in a fast paced, high pressure, high stress environment.

Physical Requirements

· Must provide a negative drug screen result prior to employment.

· Must pass a pre-employment physical and TB test and on-going physical assessments as required

· Duties are performed in a variety of environments ranging from highly stressful to casual and leisurely.

· Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

· Push/pull people and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

· Sit at a desk for extended periods of time and perform hours of work sitting at a computer.

· Twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach frequently in the performance of client assistance responsibilities.

· Duties may include some traveling.

· Have the ability to participate in recreational activities with clients, including, but not limited arts, athletics, and outdoor activities.

· Regular attendance at primary worksite and agency related events.