Delegating RN (Jaycee's Early Learning Center)

The Arc Prince Goerge's County; Largo (MD); Presencial; USD 86.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Generous paid time-off

Life insurance

Descripción de la vacante

The Arc Prince George’s County is seeking an RN to provide health oversight and case management for children in the Jaycee’s Early Learning Center Therapeutic Child Care program. You will develop individualized health plans, coordinate with families and medical professionals, and supervise nursing staff to ensure safe, compliant care.

Responsibilities include medication administration, emergency planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to integrate health needs into

Formación

• Active Maryland RN licensure and current practice.
• BSN preferred.
• At least 2 years nursing experience; pediatrics or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience supervising unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).

Responsabilidades

• Create personalized health care plans for children with ongoing medical issues and complex needs.
• Administer medications and perform nursing procedures per orders and program policies.
• Collaborate with families, physicians, therapists, and staff to support each child’s health.
• Train childcare staff on medical procedures and emergency protocols.
• Maintain confidential health records and ensure HIPAA and MSDE compliance.

Conocimientos

Maryland RN license

Pediatrics experience

Supervisory experience

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

About the Organization:The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.Position Summary Statement:The delegating RN provides nursing support in the form of case management for assigned children in the Jaycee’s Early Learning Center's Therapeutic Child Care Program (TCC), participates actively as a member of individuals’ IP teams as needed, and teaches and supervises staff in the performance of delegated nursing tasks.Working Days, Hours & Pay:Scheduled Work Days: Monday - Friday(8am-4:30pm)Salary: Up to $95,000.00Location: Jaycee's Early Learning CenterPosition Responsibilities:Create personalized health care plans for children with ongoing medical issues, allergies, seizures, feeding challenges, and other complex needs. The RN will work closely with families and healthcare providers to make sure each child's specific health requirements are met. The RN will assess and update these plans as needed to support the children's changing needs.Administer medications and perform nursing procedures within the scope of practice, state regulations, health-care professionals orders, and program policies.Collaborate with families, physicians, therapists and program staff to support each child’s needsOversee and train nursing staff on specialized medical procedures within the permitted scope of practice, including tube feeding, nebulizer treatments, seizure management, and other physician-ordered treatments.Ensure emergency protocols are in place for complex medical needs.Position Responsibilities (Continued):Train childcare staff on recognizing the signs of illnesses; infection prevention and control; universal precautions, emergency response procedures, child-specific medical needs, etc.Maintain confidential records according to HIPPA and MSDE requirements.Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including special educators and specialists such as occupational therapists, speech therapists, physical therapists, and behavior analysts, and train staff based on their recommendations and to ensure medical needs are incorporated into individualized support plans.Educate families regarding healthcare needs and treatments.Provide families with health education and resources to support children's progress, health needs, and individualized support strategies.Support a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment that promotes children's physical and social-emotional well-being.Identify and monitor children who may require additional health oversight, developmental screening, or referral for further evaluation.Document health concerns, referral, and follow-up activities while maintaining confidentiality.Essential Duties (Medical and Health Component of the Pyramid Model)The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide health oversight, preventive care, and individualized medical support to children enrolled in the Jaycees Therapeutic Child Care program while promoting their overall health, development, and social-emotional well-being.Key responsibilities include:Monitor children's health and developmental progress.Promote infection control, hygiene, nutrition, and healthy childcare practices.Educate staff on recognizing and responding to medical and developmental concerns.Collaborate with families and staff to address children's individual health and developmental needs.Maintain accurate health records, medication records, and nursing documentation.Train and support staff on medication administration, emergency response, infection control, and child-specific medical needs.Support the Pyramid Model by promoting safe, nurturing environments and positive social-emotional development.Active RN Licensure in the State of Maryland, preferably with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with one (1) year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or pediatrics, and preferably with one (1) year of supervisory experience of unlicensed assistive personnel.Must have a thorough knowledge of the Maryland Nurse Practice Act regarding delegation of nursing functions.Able to use basic Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.Effective, professional, respectful oral and written communication with all levels of staff, with individuals, with families, and with all other persons involved in participants’ care.Positive, “can-do” attitude toward challenges and problems.Commitment to the person-centered process for developing and implementing services and support.Strong clinical skills.Ability to overcome obstacles to complete tasks successfully.Ability to learn and apply new information quickly.Ability to collaborate cooperatively as a member of IP teams and workplace teams.Ability to express disagreement tactfully and sensitively.Flexibility in balancing job responsibilities.Ability to accept and handle change in duties and responsibilities for the benefit of participants and according to agency needs.Total RewardsThe Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!