Under the direction of the Lead Nurse, the Nurse provides medical care, assessment, and case management to clients of One Hope United residential programs; provides consultation and training to other programs managed by One Hope United.
The nurse also offers, and potentially overseas, training to staff regarding medication administration, CPR and First Aid, physical impact of restraint, and other medical-related issues. Primary responsibilities include providing a healthy, safe, clinical, and structured environment, as specified in each youth's Individual Treatment Plan and the OHU Program Plans.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides ongoing medical assessment, observation, and oversight of clients' wellness and health.
- Oversees, obtains, and prepares medication for administration; coordinates with pharmacy; coordinates with other health facilities as youth transition to OHO.
- Administers medication to OHU residential clients whenever possible.
- Provides triage assessments for youth, care, and / or referral as needed
- Provides training staff regarding medical issues.
- Is available to consult and instruct residential staff regarding medication issues, and the health of clients.
- Provides education on psychotropic medication regarding use, side effects, storage, and interactions
- Is it available to residential youth to consult and instruct regarding physical illness or injury
- Follows OHU Residential Program Plan, including daily schedule and providing care and treatment to youth that is strength based, trauma focused, and person centered.
- Demonstrates the highest investment in and commitment to quality improvement practices to continuously improve the delivery of services to our residents
- Participates and contributes to a treatment team of a cottage of youth assigned, communicates and including attends weekly team meetings, individual treatment plan and review meetings, as needed
- Attend training, seminars and conferences as assigned by administrative staff
- Completes in a timely and accurate fashion all documentation required for the position
- Treats with absolute confidence all information concerning residents and programs
- Monitors and submits documentation for billing
- Performs venipuncture as ordered by physician
- Maintains records of treatment
- Communicate with outside agencies and schools to maintain continuity of care
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education
AA / AS degree in Nursing with current Illinois license as an LPN or RN requiredBA / BS degree in Nursing with current Illinois license as an RN preferredExperience :
3 years of nursing experience required
Certification / Licensure :
Current LPN or RN license required
Other :
Minimum 21 years of age.Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record with OHU required levels of coverage for auto insurance.DCFS background check & approval to transport youth.Must be physically able to complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) restraint training.We Invest in You!
Tuition assistance up to $2500 per yearUp to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days; up to 6 paid Personal Days and up to 5 paid Sick days annuallyMedical, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and short-term disability optionsAgency paid life up to $50K based on salaryVoluntary Supplemental Life for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)Voluntary Legal PlansAgency paid long term after 1 year of employmentCareer ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunitiesFree LCSW and LCPC Supervision hours are available in some locationsA Different Kind of Employer One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?
800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois and FloridaFiscally stable, $80 Million agency strong since 1895Energetic leadership and a rich community of supportOne Hope United does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. OHU participates in eVerify.
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Pay Range : $27.81 per hour