What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-level Nurse - PRN (RN and LPN) position at Jill's House Inc?
Nurse PRN (RN or LPN)
Jill’s House is a Christian non-profit organization and auxiliary ministry of McLean Bible Church called by God to love individuals toward Jesus by providing them with short-term, overnight respite care and holistic family support services. We seek to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in word and deed to all our constituencies. We unconditionally welcome, love, and serve all individuals who fit our service parameters (regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or any other characteristic). In all that we do, we seek to live in accordance with Biblical principles. To learn more, please visit our website at jillshouse.org.
Click on this link to catch a glimpse of what we do at Jill's House: https://youtu.be/Sy2_XjFUWTg
Under the guidance of our Nursing Director, the nurse on duty is the go-to person for any medical related needs for clients who stay at Jill’s House.
Position Description/Responsibilities:
- Administering medications
- Managing tube feedings
- Attending to injuries
- Responding to all medical emergencies.
We keep 2-3 nurses on duty during the day and 1-2 nurses on duty during the night, for an average of 30 clients. Our primary program is held each weekend, while our School Night program runs a few nights per week. We offer many unique shift options that can fit into your life!
Shifts:
- Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday 1:30- 9:30 PM
- Fridays 5-9pm
- Weekend morning, afternoon or evenings
- Variable Shifts : 4 , 8 , 12 hours
- Overnight availability is welcomed but not required
Education/Experience:
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a current, active and unrestricted RN or LPN license in the state of Virginia or state with compact reciprocity
- BSN preferred.
- Current CPR/BLS
- 1 year of nursing experience required; pediatric, intellectual/developmental disability, or neurological experience preferred.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have the ability to remain calm, focused and directive and to anticipate medical/nursing care problems and provide solutions.
- Confident in nursing skills related to caring for clients with disabilities.
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
- A lifestyle of walking with Christ that demonstrates alignment with the foundation, vision, mission and values of Jill’s House.
- Affirm with McLean Bible Church Vision & Values and abide by the Standards of Christian conduct.