What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse - Residential Interventions position at NewPath Child & Family Solutions?
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At NewPath, we do more to make a difference -more for each child, each client, and our community. Our dedicated team does what it takes, day and night, to get to the heart of every case and deliver the best care. Backed by a full breadth of services, we cater to each individual and answer to every need. We reach more ages with more experts for more results. Every program offers opportunity for change, every plan improves lives, and every person ignites hope, one success story at a time.
Make an Impact as a Nurse in Residential Interventions!
NewPath ChildFamily Solutions is in search of a caring, compassionate Nurse for our Residential Intervention Program. Services in this program aim to provide diagnostic clarity and behavioral stabilization for each youth by providing strengths-based interventions, a relationship-centered environment, and an array of individualized mental health services.
Location:
This position will work primarily at our East Campus.
Hours:
12-hour shifts, one weekend day required.
Company Perks: Quick Reference
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Benefits Package Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Career Growth in an Inclusive Company Culture
- 401(k) (4% automatic employer contribution - no required match)
- Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days
- Employee DiscountsPartner Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Family/Paternal Leave
- Legal Benefits Services
- Clinical Counseling/Therapy Licensure Supervision Hours (Cost Covered)
- Board Licensure Exam Cost Covered (Therapy, Counseling, and Nursing)
What You Will Be Doing
- Direct patient care makes up the majority of the daily expectations for a Behavioral Mental Health Nurse.
- Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment/medication on target symptoms and document the findings.
- Monitor and advocate for both re-evaluations of medications and associated labs.
- Assist or perform blood draws and injections.
- Assist prescribers with patient appointments, including obtaining vital signs, medical history, and new orders.
- Assess Residential clients for any injuries or illnesses.
- Assist interdisciplinary team in patient's plan of care.
- Manage adequate inventory of medication, first-aid supplies, lab supplies, etc.
- Provide for any urgent medical/psychiatric concerns, arrange for transportation and/or emergency services, if necessary, provide first aid and monitor vital signs.
What You Bring To The Table
- Minimum qualifications include a corresponding degree with a current Ohio LPN license in good standing.
- Preferred qualifications include a corresponding degree with a current Ohio RN license in good standing.
- 1 year of experience in a related field, and at least 1 year of experience working with youth preferred.
- Experience with an understanding of various mental health diagnoses.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a valid driver's license and good driving record with no more than 5 points and current automobile insurance with ability to drive a 15-passenger van.
- Good written and verbal skills.
- Good analytical, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situation.
NewPath ChildFamily Solutions, an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are unable to apply online due to a disability or have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting Human Resources at HRCareers@newpath.org.