REGISTERED NURSE

Rite of Passage; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rite of Passage seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, FL. You will provide direct nursing care in a high-risk residential setting, administer medications per orders, and maintain accurate medical records for youth in treatment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, injections, specimen collection, and collaboration with the health team to support diabetes, asthma, obesity, and other chronic conditions, while educating students on

Qualifications

• Empathetic and patient with respectful attitude toward youth and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork.
• Ability to pass background checks and comply with health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Order and administer medications per provider orders.
• Transcribe orders into medical records accurately.
• Document health records accurately and promptly.
• Obtain vital signs, BMI, and perform basic vision exam; administer IM injections.
• Collect specimens for lab courier.
• Assist chronic care clinics (diabetes, asthma, obesity) and daily sick-call.
• Educate students about their health and wellness.

Skills

Empathy

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree

Florida RN license

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for an RN at Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, FL.

Walton Academy for Growth and Change is located approximately 35 miles from the beautiful white sand beaches in the Northwest Florida Panhandle. We are a high risk DJJ 42-bed residential treatment facility focusing on mental health and substance abuse.

What you will do:

• order and administer medications per provider’s orders.
• Transcribe provider’s orders in the medical record to the medication administration records.
• Accurate and prompt documentation in the health record.
• Obtain vital signs and BMI, perform basic vision exam, administer IM injections.
• Collect specimens and prepare for lab courier.
• Assist chronic care clinic (i.e., diabetes, asthma, obesity) Manage daily sick-call and adhere to the nursing protocols.
• Educate students about their health.
• Maintain clean and tidy workspace.
• Collaborate with peers to meet the needs of the department and campus.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and report when needs ordering.
• Assists with the correction of deficiencies and quality improvement efforts.

To be considered you should:

• Minimum requirements: Possess a degree and current Registered Nursing Credential from the state of Florida.
• Have a minimum of two years of previous medical services administration, including demonstrated experience in operating and securing comprehensive health services programs.
• Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.
• Must be able to pass a DJJ and DCF background checks.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a RN, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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