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- As neededEssential Duties of Registered Nurse-Per DiemKey duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Understanding and supporting the agencys mission & treatment philosophy:Treats all children, families and co workers with respect & courtesyDemonstrates and models sensitivity to cultural background of children, families and co workersHonors Sanctuary Commitments in all day to day activitiesProvides nursing care to multiple pediatric residentsTreats all children, families and co workers with respect & courtesyAccurate Physical/Emotional Assessment of patientsDocumentation of nurse findings in electronic medical record (Omni)Communicates with treatment team and parents as neededIdentifies potential health and safety risks and communicates immediately with Chief Nurse to resolve issues/concerns immediatelyDocumentationDocuments nurse findings in electronic medical record (Omni)Documents medication administration in medication administration recordCompletes Staff injury report per Agency guidelinesProvides input into the Daily Health Center report as requestedCompletes other documentation as requestedCollegiality/TeamworkWorks effectively with othersFlexible and accommodating in unplanned or crisis situations.
Registered Nurse - Yonkers, United States - Andrus Childrens Center
Description
Job Description Job Description Job Overview of Registered Nurse-Per DiemUnder the supervision of The Chief Nurse, administers nursing care to a diverse multicultural injured, convalescent, or disabled pediatric/adult patients; safely administers specific medications to patients.
Maintains a safe & hazardfree work area. Effectively monitors facilities & equipment for cleanliness and hazards. Informs Chief Nurse in timely manner.
Identifies potential program risks and brings issues to the attention of the Chief Nurse in timely manner.
Attends non-mandatory Agency meetings/training as requested.
Supports overall strategic plan of the organizationAbility to adhere to our organizations core values and commitments.
Essential Qualifications of Registered Nurse-Per DiemKey qualifications include:
Registered Nurse, New York State Registered Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) current certification.
At least three (3) years clinical experience with pediatric nursing or primary care in mental health or pediatric health setting preferred.
Residential experience preferred.Description of general skill set:
Professional demeanor; Strong oral and written communication skills. Safe clinical nursing and medication administration experience. Experience and sensitivity to diverse multicultural nursing population.
Specific skill set:
Strong nursing clinical skills:
physical/mental/emotional assessment skills of pediatric patients, including support of family. Experience with trauma preferred.
Ability to adhere to our organizations core values. Demonstrated emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stressors.
Background in Pediatric and Family Nursing; Community Health; Patient-Family Relations (Customer Relations) preferred.
NYS Drivers LicenseAbility to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device.
Physical/Travel Requirements of Registered Nurse Per DiemAbility to carry out these motions:
ReachWalkClimb StairsBendCandidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint.
The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation.DisclaimerNothing in this job description restricts Andrus right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.
EEO StatementAndrus is an equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr