Registered Nurse

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Student Loan Repayment assistance

Up to 10 Days Off Each Year

Partially Paid 11 Holidays Per Year

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Peace leave

Parental leave

Flexible schedule

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks a part-time Registered Nurse for the Center for Family Engagement & Well-Being in Chicago. The role focuses on medication administration (noon and 8pm rounds), nursing assessments, wellness monitoring, documentation, and coordination with DCFS. Approximately 30–35 hours weekly, with some weekends.

The RN provides clinical support to children at the center, conducts assessments, and communicates with the Center team. On-call availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Pediatric nursing experience is required.
• Ability to coordinate with DCFS and caregivers.
• Available for weekend shifts and on-call as needed.
• Strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications per orders and NYAP procedures.
• Perform nursing assessments and monitor wellness needs.
• Document care and coordinate with healthcare providers.
• Coordinate examinations with physicians as needed.
• Provide health education and training to staff.

Skills

RN

Pediatric care

Medication administration

Documentation

DCFS coordination

Education

Associates degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a part-time RN for the Center for Family Engagement & Well-Being in Chicago, approximately 35 hours per week, including weekends. The primary responsibility is medication administration, particularly the noon and 8pm medication rounds. The RN will also support children’s medical assessments, ongoing wellness needs, documentation, and coordination with DCFS.

Hours- 3-11pm and prn (as needed) with some flexibility in hours

Type of Position: Part-Time - 30 hours or-35 more

Hourly rate is $32.50/hr.

The part-time Registered Nurse at the Center for Family Engagement & Well-Being (CFEW) supports the health and well-being of children during their time at the Center. The primary responsibility is administering medications in accordance with orders and NYAP procedures. The RN also completes nursing assessments, monitors and responds to medical concerns, coordinates with DCFS, caregivers, and healthcare providers as needed, and documents care and communicates relevant information to the Center team.

Services offered at NYAP's Reception Center will include:

• Behavioral Stabilization Support, including crisis de-escalation and short-term evidence-based clinical services;
• Comprehensive Assessment that is strengths-based and person-directed;
• Intensive and Creative Placement and Permanency Planning based on assessment results and the tenets of the Casey Family Programs Permanency Roundtable Model;
• Group Treatment, Support Groups, and Structured Activities; and
• Basic Care as needed, including personal care supplies and places to eat, shower, relax and/or sleep for short periods.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse position provides medical assistance to the clients served through NYAP including performing physical assessments and treating acute, minor illnesses as needed.

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!
• up to 10 Days Off Each Year based on hours worked!
• Partially Paid 11 Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
• Tuition Assistance
• Peace leave
• Parental leave
• Flexible schedule

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program's mission, values, and philosophies
• Perform physical assessments on each client upon arrival and intake.
• Identify abnormal findings and notify the client's physician or consulting physicians.
• Assure the need for medical treatment for illnesses and/or injuries are being met.
• Assure the administration of medication and/or treatment as needed.
• Assure all documentation and required record keeping is completed in a timely manner.
• Assess minor illnesses and administer non-prescription medications per approved Standing Orders Policy.
• Schedule and coordinate examinations by the consulting physician for each child.
• Assure the program's compliance with Medical Policies and Procedures as well as Standing Orders
• Provide in-service training and continued education to staff on health-care related needs of adolescents, CPR, and First Aid.
• Maintain Red Cross CPR/First Aid Trainer's Certification.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with an appropriate Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Must have a valid Registered Nursing license
• Nursing experience working with children and adolescents is required.
• Must be available for on-call phone consultations as needed.
• Must be able to maintain compliance with attending agency required training programs.
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Driving And Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability required.

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

NYAP also requires all of our employees, regardless of your title/position, to hold and maintain automobile liability insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000. Please contact our HR department with questions, 614-487-3888 or [e-mail]

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Who We Are:

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.