Registered Nurse (Casual Part-Time)

Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Services operates a Day Treatment Program for Children and Adolescents in Northeast Wisconsin and seeks a part-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join the team. The RN will implement health/medical activities aligned with DHS 40 regulations and program needs within the Day Treatment setting.

This role offers one 6-hour shift per week and the chance to positively impact youth and families. Responsibilities include coordinating medical services, monitoring medications, conducting health

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience with youth or related mental health experience is required.
• Current Wisconsin RN licensure; CPR and BLS instructor certification/license required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical services and monitor clients' health and medications.
• Complete regular health assessments including vital signs and monitoring for side effects.
• Provide client education and training for staff on medical and medication issues.
• Supervise on-site medication distribution and review documentation.
• Attend treatment meetings and contribute medically relevant information.
• Conduct Universal Precaution and EpiPen training as needed.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional boundaries.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Family Services is a non-profit organization that protects, heals, and cares for children and families throughout Northeast Wisconsin. Family Services is strongly committed to protecting children and vulnerable individuals from abuse and exploitation. When traumatic situations occur, our staff is there to assist the individual or family with their journey of healing and recovery. Family Services cares for individuals who are isolated, abandoned, or just need help developing the skills to live successfully. Join our Day Treatment Program for Children and Adolescents as a part-time Registered Nurse (RN). This rewarding opportunity includes one 6-hour shift per week and provides the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adolescents.

Job Summary

Within the limits of the Day Treatment program, policies, and procedures, the Registered Nurse is responsible for implementing health/medical-related activities related to client and/or program needs, in accordance with DHS 40 regulations and Program Administration (Manager/Clinical Director/VP of program area). Other agency-approved health/medical-related services will be provided as requested and authorized by the President and/or Vice President.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical services to ensure clients' health and medical needs are being met.
• Monitor medication compliance on clients, as needed, including communication with physicians and pharmacies. Review medication errors.
• Complete and document regular health assessments of all clients. These assessments include: vital signs, heigh, weight, lung sounds and monitoring of side effects as specified by the prescribing physician.
• Conduct client education groups, including a minimum of five to six hours per group per week at Day Treatment.
• Convey information obtained through observations at Day Treatment to the prescribing physician and Day Treatment staff regarding medication effectiveness, PRN (as needed) medication and overall client functioning.
• Provide continuing education (formal and/or informal) for site staff regarding general medical and/or medication issues and regarding individual clients as necessary.
• Supervise medication distribution through training and oversight of the on-site staff. Review all documentation of medication distribution.
• Adhere to practice guidelines and ethical standards for Registered Nurses.
• Participate in treatment meetings by providing medically relevant information regarding clients.
• Conduct annual Universal Precaution and EpiPen training for required programs agency-wide.
• Other duties/tasks as assigned by Clinical Director and/or Vice President.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Preferred Education: N/A
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of experience working in a clinical setting with youth OR training in providing services to youth with mental illness or severe emotional disturbance.
• Preferred Experience: N/A
• Required Licensure: Current Wisconsin state licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse. CPR and Basic Life Support Instructor Certification or License.

• Commitment to the ethical treatment of clients.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries and relationships within and outside the agency professionally.
• Non-judgmental attitude toward clients. Ability to recognize and control one's own biases.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Organization, time management skills, and the ability to meet work demands on an independent basis.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License, with reliable personal vehicle. Maintain required auto insurance and an acceptable driving record.
• Family Services can obtain malpractice insurance on your behalf.
• Maintain eligibility to practice and active status with your licensing board through the State of Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing.

Physical Demands

Sedentary position with lifting to 25 lbs. Must be able to go to and from varying locations. Twisting, turning, standing, and sitting are required.