Group Home Nurse - Part-time
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DescriptionThe Nurse provides medical care, assessment, and case management to residents of One Hope United residential programs. The nurse also offers, and potentially oversees, training to staff with regards to medication administration, CPR and First Aid, physical impact of restraint, and othermedical-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 Residential Program Plan.Job Duties+ Provides ongoing medical assessment, observation, and oversight of residents' wellness and health+ Oversees, obtains, and prepares medication for administration; coordinates with pharmacy; coordinates with other health facilities as youth transition to OHU+ Administers medication to OHU residents whenever possible+ Provides triage assessments for youth, care, and/or referral as needed+ Provides training to residential staff regarding medical issues+ Is available to consult and instruct residential staff regarding medication issues, health of residents+ Provides education on psychotropic medication regarding use, side effects, storage, and interactions+ Follows OHU Residential Program Plan, including daily schedule, administration of trauma informed care and mental health treatment of youth in residential care+ Demonstrates the highest investment in and commitment to quality improvement practices in order 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+ Attends 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+ Performs venipuncture as ordered by physician+ Maintains records of treatment+ Communicates with outside agencies and schools to maintain continuity of careQualificationsEducation+ BA/BS degree in Nursing with current license as a Registered Nurse preferredExperience+ 3 years nursing experienceCertification+ Current Registered Nurse licenseOther+ 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+ This is a part time position, 12-20 hours per week.+ Must be physically able to complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) restraint trainingA 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, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida+ Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency-- strong since 1895+ Energetic leadership and a rich community of supportOne Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of 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. One Hope United participates in e Verify.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.#INDHHQualificationsEducationPreferred+ Associate of Arts or better in NursingLicenses & CertificationsRequired+ Auto Insurance+ Drivers License+ Physical Exam/TB