Registered Nurse (RN)

Josiah White's; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Job summary

Josiah White's in Wabash, IN is seeking a Campus Nurse - RN to oversee medical services for residential youth. The full-time role requires coordinating assessments, care plans, and treatments while working with staff, families, and external medical providers.

The ideal candidate holds an Indiana RN license, has nursing experience, and can participate in Model of Care training. A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation are required, with on-campus housing offered based on

Qualifications

• Must have an active Indiana RN license.
• Prior nursing experience is required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must complete Model of Care training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and monitor client health status.
• Develop and manage individualized plans of care.
• Provide clinical treatment and medical intervention as needed.
• Evaluate treatments and refer to additional services when appropriate.
• Administer medications according to physician orders and policies.
• Coordinate medical care with residential staff and external providers.
• Communicate with managed care organizations to support authorization and services.
• Deliver health and medication education to staff and clients.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records from admission to discharge.
• Adhere to confidentiality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Provide on-call clinical guidance to staff during emergencies.
• Maintain licensure and participate in required training.

Education

Indiana RN license

Job description

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Campus Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)

Full Time 8 Hour Days Full-Time Wabash, IN, Wabash, IN, US

Salary Range: $59,000.00 To $68,500.00 Annually

Status: Regular, Full-time, Exempt

Position summary: The Campus Nurse is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and overseeing medical services for residential youth at Josiah White’s. This role provides comprehensive nursing assessment, care planning, treatment implementation, and health education while collaborating closely with residential staff, treatment teams, families and external medical providers. Under the administrative supervision and evaluation of the Director of Medical Services, nursing staff will contact the contracted Medical Director for assistance beyond their scope of practice and the Business office/COO for billing questions.

Qualifications:

A Christian with strong convictions who is also in agreement with Josiah White’s mission statement, Statement of Faith, and Code of Conduct.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Must have an active Indiana license as a Registered Nurse (RN).

Previous experience in the nursing field is required.

Must be able to complete Model of Care training.

Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.

Essential job functions:

Conduct comprehensive health assessments by evaluating clients’ physical and mental health status through observation, interviews, and physical assessments to identify needs, risks, and priorities. Monitor and reassess client conditions as needed, including evaluating staff for work-related injuries and determining appropriate follow-up care.

Develop and manage nursing care plans by creating, implementing, and revising individualized, goal-oriented plans of care based on physician orders, client needs, and changes in health status.

Provide clinical treatment and medical intervention to prevent complications and respond effectively to urgent or life-threatening conditions.

Evaluate treatment needs and make appropriate referrals by monitoring client progress, identifying changes in medical or behavioral health needs, and making referrals for additional services, including inpatient treatment when clinically appropriate.

Manage and administer medications to youth in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, and established regulations, including administration and monitoring of psychotropic medications.

Coordinate medical care and treatment services by collaborating with residential leadership and supervisors, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare providers to promote continuity and effectiveness of care.

Coordinate insurance and managed care services by communicating with managed care organizations and insurance companies as needed to support authorization, treatment coordination, and access to medically necessary services.

Deliver health and medication education by providing programming and training to staff and clients upon admission and as clinically indicated regarding health conditions, medications, safety, and other relevant healthcare needs.

Ensure accurate and timely documentation by maintaining complete and confidential medical records from admission through discharge in compliance with physician orders and agency policies.

Adhere to strict standards with regard to confidentiality, safety, infection control, medication management, and legal regulations.

Provide on-call consultation and support by participating in an on-call rotation and providing clinical guidance to staff regarding medical concerns and client health needs.

Maintain professional standards and development by completing required training, maintaining licensure, and documenting continuing education in accordance with organizational requirements.

Work Schedule : This position requires, on average, 40 hours per week. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be required. This position requires participation in an on-call rotation.

Physical Demands & Work Environment: The employee in this role will work in clinical and office environments, residential cottages, and community settings as appropriate to service delivery. This position has regular interaction with youth who may have medical, emotional, and behavioral health needs, including exposure to crisis situations. The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids, communicable illnesses, and other health-related risks consistent with a healthcare setting. The employee must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch and reach to perform physical assessments; lift, carry, push/pull up to 50 pounds; visually assess clients and read medical records and medication labels; hear and respond to verbal communication, alarms, and emergency situations; respond physically and emotionally to medical or behavioral emergencies; successfully complete Mindset, our crisis and de-escalation curriculum, and CPR/First Aid training, which requires the ability to get on the floor, on knees, and back up. Some local travel is required.

Principles of the Teaching Family Model will be incorporated into the culture. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals-staff, children, and families-are treated with compassion, respect, and dignity. Our ministry seeks to serve each child and family with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and grace.

*This position is eligible for free on-campus housing, based on availability.