Foster Care RN - Flexible Contract Assessments

FamilyCore; Peoria (IL); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

FamilyCore is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform nursing assessments for medically complex children in Foster Care settings under a contract arrangement. The RN will deliver nursing services, ensure quality care, and manage health records across Foster Family homes.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with families and community agencies, attending treatment planning meetings, and documenting client progress. Illinois RN licensure and pediatric experience are required.

Formación

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum of one year experience or special training in the treatment of children and adolescents.

Responsabilidades

• Assures the quality of nursing care required by all applicable standards.
• Provide service coordination (case management) to clients receiving services from the agency, including participation in treatment planning meetings, individual supportive therapy, and symptom management, educating, and supporting clients' families, and advocating for clients' rights and preferences.
• Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
• Follow up on next home visit to see if referrals are made.
• Documents client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures.
• Participate in organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings.
• Coordinate consumer care to ensure quality care is consistently provided to consumers, using best practices.
• Produce and submit reports as requested by the established due date.
• Effectively network with other community agency personnel.
• Serve as an Ambassador in representing FamilyCore in the community.
• Complete all documentation of care and an assessment for each client Foster Family home assigned monthly.
• Provide possible resources to Case Worker or Foster Parent.
• Notify the Child Welfare Supervisor or Program Director of any medical emergencies.

Conocimientos

Assessment skills

Case management

CPR/First Aid

Documentation

Driver's license

Cultural sensitivity

Computer skills

Initiative

Educación

Illinois RN license

Herramientas

Word

Excel

Descripción del empleo

FamilyCore is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform nursing assessments for medically complex children in Foster Care settings under a contract arrangement. The RN will deliver nursing services, ensure quality care, and manage health records across Foster Family homes.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with families and community agencies, attending treatment planning meetings, and documenting client progress. Illinois RN licensure and pediatric experience are required.