Registered Nurse (54724)

Burlington UM Family Services; Burlington (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,800; Full time

Job summary

Burlington United Methodist Family Services is seeking a full-time registered nurse to oversee medication administration in residential care for children and teens in Burlington, WV. The role includes documenting training, supervising AMAP staff, and ensuring compliance with medical procedures.

Responsibilities include reviewing medication logs, validating physician orders, and providing clinical supervision across units.

Qualifications

• Must possess a West Virginia State Registered Nurse license.
• Ability to supervise AMAP personnel preferred.
• Strong crisis management, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly reviews of medication logs for children and youth in residential units.
• Review Physician's Orders for Medication for completeness and signatures.
• Provide clinical supervision to residential unit teams on medication and nursing care.
• Consult with supervisors, counselors, physicians, and psychiatrists as needed.
• Provide in-service training on OSHA procedures and Medication Monitoring.
• Monitor first aid supplies and health and safety practices; make recommendations.
• Work closely with local physicians and medical facilities.
• Support Burlington United Methodist Family Services' mission and policies.

Skills

Team leader

Crisis management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Role model

Driver's license

Education

West Virginia State Registered Nurse License

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: BUMFS Inc Campus and Administration - Burlington, WV 26710Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $52,000.00 - $59,800.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: Day

SUMMARY

To provide oversight of activities and documentation of trained child care workers dispensing medication to children and adolescents in residential care, follow up on outstanding medical needs, and to provide necessary medical training to staff.

EDUCATION

Possesses a current West Virginia State Registered Nurse License (Ability to supervise AMAP personnel preferred).

QUALIFICATIONS

• A team builder who inspires staff to work together in pursuit of a common mission, with the ability to hold them accountable for the accomplishments of the objectives.
• Ability to respond to and manage crisis situations.
• Should have exceptional organizational skills; proficient computer skills; and interpersonal relationship skills, and the ability to communicate orally and in writing with the ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment, manage several projects simultaneously, and adjust to frequently changing demands.
• Have the ability to make decisions consistent with agency policies and general philosophies of child care.
• Be an acceptable role model for youth in values and lifestyles in keeping with those ascribed by Burlington.
• Must have a valid state issued drivers license and submit to an intensive background investigation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct monthly reviews of medication logs in client files of children and youth in residential units, document errors or concerns, and sign off on reviews. Monitor medicine cabinet procedures.
• Review Physician's Order for Medication in client files of children and youth for completeness and necessary signatures, paying special attention to psychotropic medications.
• Provide clinical supervision to residential unit teams regarding administering and documenting medication and general nursing care.
• Consult with residential supervisors/case managers, counselors, physicians, and consulting psychiatrist periodically and as needed.
• Provide in service training on the agency's OSHA and procedures and Medication Monitoring.
• Monitor first aid supplies, health and safety practices, and make recommendations as needed.
• Work closely with local physicians and medical facilities.
• Can support the mission and vision of Burlington United Methodist Family Services as evidenced by compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.
• Supports and facilitates positive interaction with others as evidenced by: professional maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.
• Exhibits effective communication skills including proper use of agency communication systems.
• Limited driving position
• This position is defined as one that may require you to drive a motor vehicle as part of your daily work. This position does allow the employee to drive motor vehicles owned or leased by Burlington United Methodist Services, Inc., and to transport employees and residents when and if necessary.
• Performs other duties that fall within the parameters of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Travel is required both day and night. The employee will be required to lift, stand, sit, and/or walk for extended periods of time. Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and elbows will be required. The employee will be required to possess the strength and ability to demonstrate techniques taught in various required training.

This position will sometimes work in extreme weather conditions and potentially hazardous situations due to residential environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as inclusive of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The job description does not constitute a contract nor does it alter the at-will status of the employee/employer relationship.

QualificationsEDUCATION

EDUCATION

Possesses a current West Virginia State Registered Nurse License (Ability to supervise AMAP personnel preferred).

QUALIFICATIONS

• A team builder who inspires staff to work together in pursuit of a common mission, with the ability to hold them accountable for the accomplishments of the objectives.
• Ability to respond to and manage crisis situations.
• Should have exceptional organizational skills; proficient computer skills; and interpersonal relationship skills, and the ability to communicate orally and in writing with the ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment, manage several projects simultaneously, and adjust to frequently changing demands.
• Have the ability to make decisions consistent with agency policies and general philosophies of child care.
• Be an acceptable role model for youth in values and lifestyles in keeping with those ascribed by Burlington.
• Must have a valid state issued drivers license and submit to an intensive background investigation.