On-Call Psychiatric Nurse for Youth Services

Bethesda Lutheran Services; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethesda Lutheran Services is seeking an on-call registered nurse for its Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility. The nurse will provide basic medical care, document records, and advise staff on medical conditions affecting at-risk youth.

The role requires PA RN licensure, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to rotate on-call duties to maintain 24/7 coverage. Experience with at-risk teens is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN with PA license required.
• Experience with at-risk teens in a treatment setting preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• FBI, Child Abuse History, PA State Police, and Driver Clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-call nursing care to the Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility.
• Provides basic medical care and makes recommendations for more advanced care.
• Document medical records for each client in the program.
• Guides staff in medical conditions affecting at-risk youth.
• Maintains documents as required by regulations and agency policies.
• Guides staff regarding medical conditions/situations involving clients.
• Rotates on-call duty to ensure 24/7 availability for medical consultations.
• May fill in for the Director of Medical Services when needed.
• Monitors and dispenses medication according to doctor’s orders.

Skills

On-call nursing care

Documentation

Clinical guidance

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse (PA)

Job description

Bethesda Lutheran Services is seeking an on-call registered nurse for its Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility. The nurse will provide basic medical care, document records, and advise staff on medical conditions affecting at-risk youth.

The role requires PA RN licensure, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to rotate on-call duties to maintain 24/7 coverage. Experience with at-risk teens is preferred.